The Flipside Life (TFSL)

An inclusive community that connects, supports and champions Physician Families during training & practice. Connect with us and join the conversation!

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

Wishing hope and healing for all healthcare workers and their families in 2022. 👇👇

https://t.co/VJ2wH3WRdi
@CMA_Docs

[Dannica Switzer @Dannica_Switzer]

@LifeFlipside said it:
There is no work-life balance in medicine.

Instead, embrace
Work-life integration
Nurture the best version of yourself
Extend grace to yourself and others

#pwretreat2025

[Jimmy Turner, MD @TPP_MD]

After finishing training, I was inundated with “Hey, Jimmy, do you want to…”

… join this committee
… write a book chapter
… help with this study
… teach students in X or Y

I felt so much pressure to say yes.

Until I created my Hell Yes Policy

1/5

#MedEd #MedTwitter

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

Are you the partner of a physician attending the @cwimgather conference this May in Montréal? If so, join us on May 20th 1-3pm for a social event especially for physician spouses/partners. Space is limited. 🎟️ https://t.co/GJ2Z6eEvVy Sponsored by @Financial_MD @scotiabank and MNP

[AMA Alliance @AMAAlliance]

Give a voice to your unique experience as a physician spouse/partner. Take the Physician Family Experience Survey NOW! The Survey is Anonymous and only takes 10-15 minutes to complete. Membership in an organized group is not required.

https://t.co/u1LFXhgTsz

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

Are you attending the @cwimgather Conference in Montréal in May? Will your significant other be joining you? If so, this daytime social event is especially for significant others of conference attendees. Space is limited. 🎟️ https://t.co/88LbNlChL0

[McMaster University, PGME @McMasterPGME]

#MacPGME is asking trainees in a serious relationship (or not!) to complete the UnWRaP Study. The purpose of this study is to better understand the well-being of trainees and their partners. https://t.co/iyhYdQsyw6

[Canadian Medical Association @CMA_Docs]

Amidst the meeting between federal, provincial, and territorial health ministers, @AlikaMD gave a special briefing on the state of Canada’s health care system as experienced by patients and providers, with guidance on how to move forward. /1

[Dr. Alika Lafontaine MD @AlikaMD]

Many #healthcare crises competing for attention this week as health ministers across Canada gather together in Vancouver.

@CMA_Docs is currently advocating for actions that can stabilize healthcare systems today, putting them in better position for the future.

/1

[Dr. Alika Lafontaine MD @AlikaMD]

We can fix Canadian healthcare if we prioritize better patient experiences and healthy working environments.

Past priorities become current status quos.

"We do not get the healthcare systems we aspire to; we get the healthcare systems we design."

https://t.co/aZ8ECVHpPB

[aL'Ai alvarez, MD @alvarezzzy]

I appreciated our conversation about including sig others/partners/family in events to broaden the community and support systems of physicians.

Thanks for all the work that you do!

#doctorsarehumanstoo #ICPH2022 #ICPH22

[Dr. Katharine Smart @KatharineSmart]

“We do not get the health care systems we aspire to; we get the health care systems we design” @AlikaMD

Opinion: Canada’s health care system is stuck in the past /via @globeandmail https://t.co/Loh7dob3oV

[NOSM U Physician Workforce Strategy @NOSMMDworkforce]

Are you the spouse, partner or family member of a medical learner or physician? We are thrilled to have
@HayleyHarlock of @LifeFlipside joining us on Oct 21 for a session on “You, Me & Medicine: Moving Forward Together”. Register here: https://t.co/7imCcAh47q

[Lady Glaucomflecken (she/her) @LGlaucomflecken]

I was traumatized by responding to @DGlaucomflecken’s cardiac arrest & my interactions with the healthcare system during that time. I went to the Quiet Place (link in bio) and needed a bridge to walk out. These are the words that built my bridge. May they build one for others.

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

Attention all vascular surgery spouses attending this year’s @csvs annual meeting with your physician partner September 9-10th in Vancouver. Check it out.👇👇
This event is especially for you! Space is limited. Complimentary registration at: https://t.co/Wcr7DiQj96

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

There is no cost attend and everyone is welcome. DM or email [email protected] for Zoom link. Please share with anyone who may benefit from joining the call. 😀
2/2

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

The transition to residency can be an exciting & stressful time for new residents & partners. Tomorrow 8-9pm EDT @LifeFlipside will host a special Connect Call that will explore the impact of residency on relationships & share tips to thrive during training & beyond. More info👇

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

@lungareaux So very sorry for your loss.

[Allison Yan, MD MSc (she/her) @allsyan]

Yesterday my partner moved away to prepare for starting residency in a new city. I’m so proud of him to start the next phase of his training, but also heartbroken that we will be apart for the next 4 years. It’s so sad that medicine can tear people apart like this… 1/2

[The Flipside Life (TFSL) @LifeFlipside]

@allsyan Congratulations to you & your partner! Sending best wishes to both of you as you embark on this next stage of your journey. Long distance is tremendously difficult for many physician families in training. You are not alone, there is a community of partners here to support you.