Wellbeing support
Supporting doctors: Our commitment to mental health and wellbeing
Doctors in the UK face immense pressures in both NHS and private settings, leading to burnout and emotional exhaustion that affects their professional and personal lives. Many carry extra responsibilities outside of work, leaving little time to focus on their well-being.
We are dedicated to offering vital mental health support to our members, helping healthcare professionals foster a healthier and more resilient workforce. We believe that real change comes through open conversations and breaking down barriers.
Our vision is a healthcare system where all practitioners feel empowered to seek support without fear or stigma.
At the Independent Doctors Federation, we believe in the importance of open conversations about mental health. That’s why we’re proud to partner with Care First, a trusted provider of confidential mental health support.
Through this partnership, our members get direct access to counselling, emotional support, and resources. Care First’s services extend to members’ families, ensuring support is accessible for all.
Whether dealing with stress, work issues, or personal challenges, Care First offers a safe space to speak with qualified professionals who understand the pressures of healthcare work.
Care First login details are a member-only benefit. To view them, please log in to your account and navigate to this section.
Care First - Member Mental Health Support
Our members are the core of everything we do, and your well-being is paramount. That is why we are proud to partner with Care First, a confidential platform for our members and their immediate families to address mental health concerns, work-related or personal. Care First offers several key features to support your well-being:
Easy access: Get the help you need, when you need it, with a user-friendly platform accessible 24/7,
Trained professionals: Connect with a network of qualified and experienced mental health professionals who understand the unique challenges doctors face.
Personalised support: Receive tailored guidance and support plans designed to meet your individual needs.
Confidentiality and accessibility: Care First prioritises complete confidentiality and ensures your privacy is protected.
Doctors face a multitude of challenges: demanding workloads, long hours, and the emotional weight of caring for others. These pressures can take a toll on mental health. Care First is here to remove the stigma and make it simple to seek the support you deserve.
Care First login details are a member-only benefit. To view them, please log in to your account and navigate to this section.
At the IDrF, we understand that doctors can be more susceptible to mental health challenges due to the nature of their work. However, admitting struggles can be difficult.
To support our members, we have created the Members Support Network. This offers confidential access to clinical appointments with psychiatrists, with the first session kindly subsidised by our Corporate Member, Pharmacierge.
The Member's Support Network is a member-only benefit. To view how to access this service, please log in to your account and navigate to this section.
About Pharmacierge
Pharmacierge provides same-day prescription delivery in London and overnight delivery nationwide. By working with over 1,500 private practices, they help reduce clinician stress and workload at no cost to the practice.
Edward Ungar, CEO of Pharmacierge, commented: "We’re proud to support this important initiative, as clinician mental health is key to providing exceptional patient care."