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Healing the Healers: A Community to Connect, Unwind, and Thrive"
"In the demanding world of healthcare, stress often goes unnoticed—until it’s too late. We created this group to offer healthcare providers a space to decompress, connect, and find strength in community. Together, we can support each other, share laughs, and prioritize our well-being."
Why We Started
Our community faced a heartbreaking loss recently when two physicians tragically ended their lives due to work stress.
This group is our response—a commitment to ensure no one feels alone in their struggles".
Facts About Physician Depression and Suicide
Each year in the U.S., roughly 300 - 400 physicians die by suicide;
In the U.S., suicide deaths are 250 - 400% higher among female physicians when compared to females in other professions
In the general population, males complete suicide four times more often than females. However, female physicians have a rate equal to male physicians;
Medical students have rates of depression 15 to 30% higher than the general population. Depression is a major risk f actor in physician suicide. Other factors include bipolar disorder and alcohol and substance abuse;
Women physicians have a higher rate of major depression than age-matched women with doctorate degrees;
Contributing to the higher suicide rate among physicians is their higher completion to attempt ratio, which may result from greater knowledge of lethality of drugs and easy access to means.
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Social Meet for Healthcare Providers: Every 3rd Friday 5:00 PM
Location: 4220 N Classen Blvd, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, OK 73118, USA
About Us
Provider's Care Connect is dedicated to organizing monthly meetings for healthcare professionals to unwind, socialize, and engage in non-medical discussions, helping them cope with work-related stress and promoting their overall well-being. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where healthcare professionals can relax, connect, and rejuvenate.