College Supports
| Designated Tutor within each Training Site | Training@coa.ie |
| Directors of Training: Contact Dr. Amy Donnelly & Dr. Jenny Porter | Training@coa.ie |
| Training Department: Contact Jennie Shiels | Training@coa.ie |
| Exams Department: Contact Ruth Flaherty | Exams@coa.ie |
| CAI Wellness Committee: Dr. Therese O’Connor | Training@coa.ie |
| Committee of Anaesthesiology Trainees: Contact Dr Paul Ryan | CAT@coa.ie |
HSE Supports
| General Practitioner | HIP Network |
| HSE Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit – Contact Dr Lynda Sisson | HR.wellbeing@hse.ie |
| The Employee Assistance and Counselling Service (EACS) | EACS |
| Pieta House | www.pieta.ie or call 188 247 247 |
| Samaritans | www.samaritans.org or call 01 116 123 |
| Your Mental Health | www.yourmentalhealth.ie |
| Practitioner Health Matters | www.practitionerhealth.ie |
| NCHD Hub | healthservice.hse.ie |
| HSE EAP | healthservice.hse.ie (PDF file) |
Practitioner Health Matters
The Practitioner Health Matters Programme (PHMP) in Ireland offers a strictly confidential service to doctors, dentists, and pharmacists. There is a confidential telephone line and email contact point for an expert clinical advice service. They welcome contact from any individual, whether you are the person in need of help, a family member, a colleague, or a friend.
Practitioners can go through difficult periods in their lives and may experience stress, burnout, depression, anxiety or other conditions such as alcohol or drug misuse. Seeking confidential medical help is the most appropriate way to deal with these conditions.
To make an enquiry or seek support, contact PHM on confidential@practitionerhealth.ie or call on 085 7601274
Association of Anaesthetists
Wellbeing & Supports: Information and advice on wellbeing for doctors from the Association of Anaesthetists please click here.
CAREhub
CAREhub, is an independent and confidential support service designed for medical students, doctors, and members of the public engaging with the Medical Council’s regulatory processes.
CAREhub offers:
- 24/7/365 access to trained counsellors for immediate, confidential wellbeing support.
- A supportive, non-judgmental service focused on compassion, assistance, respect, and empathy.
- Assurance of complete privacy – no personal or sensitive information is shared with the Medical Council, employers, or third parties.
- Independence from the Medical Council, with no access to regulatory or personal files.
The goal is to provide a safe space for those navigating challenging situations, ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.
Click HERE to download a referral leaflet with more detailed information about CAREhub and how to access their services.
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