Counselling
The School of Medicine has a dedicated counsellor, Anna Paolucci, through a service provided by the School of Medicine and Queen’s Student Wellness Services (SWS). These services are provided at arm’s length from the School of Medicine for the purposes of maintaining anonymity and confidentiality. Therapy and counselling is available free of charge. Sessions are also available virtually or via phone for those who are unable to attend sessions in person.
Wellness Advising
The Wellness Advisors are available at any time to meet with students in a confidential environment. They provide assistance with any physical, personal or emotional struggles and facilitate access to resources needed. They also advocate for students who are having difficulty, and they promote wellness and resilience throughout the medical school curriculum.
Academic Advising
Academic Advisors can help you with:
- recognizing your strengths and weaknesses
- setting academic goals
- seeking help when needed
- completing academic responsibilities in a healthy way (ie managing anxiety before exams/major projects)
- maintaining a school/ life balance
- maintaining positive study habits and time management skills
- exploring options and opportunities available to support your academic career
Career Advising
Career Advisors can help with:
- Having a well-developed sense of self and goals to work toward
- Recognizing personal preferences and strengths and utilizing this knowledge in education and career decisions
- Identifying and balancing personal and educational priorities to foster future balance between personal health and a sustainable practice
- Finding resources to help you meet those goals in a healthy way
Advisor Profiles
https://meds.queensu.ca/academics/mdprogram/student-wellness/meet-your-advisors
Queen’s Student Wellness Services
Student Wellness Services (SWS) supports the personal, academic, and social health development of undergraduate and graduate students at Queen's University by providing a range of programs and services. We aim to offer a welcoming, confidential, and integrated service that is responsive to your health and wellness needs.
Resources include:
- Booked appointments
- Accessibility registration: Supports and accommodations for students with disabilities
LGBTQ+ Mentorship Program
The LGBTQ+ Mentorship Program is run by the Gender and Sexual Minorities in Health Committee (GSMIH) at Queen's Medicine. Its purpose is to pair LGBTQ+ medical students and residents together to create a space for discussions around navigating medicine as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. Students will be able to receive informal support and guidance from mentors, connect with peers, and engage in dialogue around LGBTQ+ identities in medicine. Mentors and mentees are encouraged to meet once or twice per semester and to attend group events organized by the GSMIH. This program is student-run and participation is kept confidential.
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24-hour helpline for Residents, medical students, their partners and their families offered through PARO The 24-hour helpline number is: 1-866-HELP-DOC (1-866-435-7362) If you (or someone you know) are thinking of suicide and do not know that you are safe, please go to the nearest Urgent Care center. Please let our counsellor Anna (ap161@queensu.ca; (613) 533-6000 x78264) know if this is happening for you or someone you care about so that she can support you. You are not alone. You can also call 988, which is a new Suicide Crisis Hotline available across Canada. |