Abstract:
SAFE-DRS is the multi-year, multi-component health and wellbeing curriculum in the Auckland Medical Programme. SAFE-DRS is an acronym for: Self-care and skills, Access help, Focused Attention, Emotional Intelligence, Doctor as Patient and Colleague, Reflective Practice, and Stress-Resistance. This commentary argues that wellbeing curricula should be part of all medical programmes, by highlighting the evidence that links doctors’ personal health to the health of their patients, the impact on patient safety and quality of care, and implications for the workforce. The core content of the SAFE-DRS components is described, along with lessons learned from development and implementation. A link is provided to the full curriculum
