Well-being Resources

• The Journeys in Medicine Blog
• Quick Links for Support
• Other Resources

The Journeys in Medicine Blog

Journeys in Medicine features J-1 physician stories told in their own words. See all entries related to well-being initiatives and personal wellness stories here, or check out these stories that specifically address:

• Prioritizing self-care
• Working through well-being struggles
• Making friends in residency
• Overcoming first-year fear
• The loss of patients and difficult clinical experiences

Quick Links for Support

Transitioning to the United States

• Understand the three phases of culture shock .
• Learn about housing and getting established in the United States.
• Access information on public transportation , options for getting a car , and obtaining a U.S. driver’s license .
• Read about credit scores , establishing a credit history , and avoiding scams .
• Review tips for using electronic health records .
• Access this resource on health insurance basics .
• Refer to this guide on medical English for international medical graduates .

Addressing Ongoing Challenges to Physician Well-being

• Connect with peers through physician membership groups or U.S. Ethnic Physician Organizations.
• Call 2-1-1 or visit 211.org to access information about local resources and services.
• Call or text 9-8-8 for free and confidential support if you are experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis.
• Look inward with a mental health self-screening test or well-being evaluation .
• Try a breathing exercise or practice a grounding technique to support you in stressful moments.
• Download a free, research-backed mindfulness app that offers guided meditations and practical tools to support awareness, connection, and emotional well-being.
• Take advantage of well-being resources offered by the host institution, as required in Section VI of the ACGME’s Common Program Requirements .

Other Resources

Other resources for J-1 physicians are available on the Well-being Resources page on the Intealth website, including:

• Well-being Learning Modules for J-1 Physicians
• Resources for Training Programs
• Annual Intealth Well-being Grant Opportunity