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

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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