Professionalism
The MD Program is committed to creating a positive work and learning environment that is conducive to optimal educational experiences. There is no place for mistreatment in the MD Program or the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. We have policies that define mistreatment, mechanisms to respond and act promptly, and a commitment to actively prevent it.
Mistreatment includes bullying, harassment, discrimination, or any other behaviour that contributes to an unsafe learning environment. We have a no wrong door approach to reporting of mistreatment and commit to acting to address all concerns while protecting the safety and dignity of all involved. If at any time our members - including learners, staff, and faculty members - experience or witness mistreatment, and are seeking help, there are several offices and groups that offer support and advocacy:
- The MD Program
- The Office of Advocacy and Wellbeing
- The Office of Professionalism
- Academic Departments
- The Chief Wellness Officer
Tools and mechanisms in place to report and prevent mistreatment include:
- Professionalism website and reporting (share an accolade or disclose a concern)
- Anti-Racism policy and reporting
- Hot spot surveys to address mistreatment from an environmental perspective
- Evaluations of courses, teachers, and learners (what happens to student feedback?)
The No Wrong Door Approach to Mistreatment is illustrated in this comic strip that was created by Nicole Pernal and the Learning Design Studio.