From The Physician Editor-in-Chief: The Wake of Grieving Caused by COVID-19
As tears silently rolled down my patient’s face, I could feel my own eyes grow moist. Holding back...
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Recognizing Moral Injury in Physicians
The stress and strain of the pandemic have taken a toll on the healthcare community, with many...
Justifying a Budget for Physician Wellness
Discussions of physician or healthcare provider wellness are often narrowly focused on personal...
Experts Share Facts About Physician Suicide
By Carolyn Crist Suicide is the only cause of death that is higher among doctors than the general population, according to two Canadian physicians who coauthored an information sheet about physician suicide. In particular, male...
Proven Strategies to Counter COVID-Induced Physician Burnout
Physician burnout is a serious problem with serious consequences; it is associated with increased risk of depression, impaired quality of life, substance abuse, and suicide. Not surprisingly, in a recent survey of 7,500...
Recognizing the Contributors to Burnout Among Community Oncologists
Data indicate that medical oncologists, irrespective of where they practice, appear to be at...
Using Teams to Address Burnout Among Oncologists
Burnout is costly: evidence shows it takes a toll on mental health, leads to medical errors, and...
Recommendations Developed to Address Clinician Burnout
Six goals include creation of positive work and learning environments that prevent, reduce burnout
“Doctor, What Is Your Purpose for Being Here Today?”
One of the first questions I am often asked by doctors and nurses when I am at a medical...
Capping Work Hours in Residency Does Not Impact Outcomes Later
No differences seen in post-training patient mortality, readmissions, or costs of care
EHR System-Generated In-Basket Messages Linked to Burnout
Receiving more than average number of messages linked to increased probability of physician burnout
Shorter ICU Rotations Cut Physician Burnout
Increased job fulfillment, decreased burnout seen for critical care physicians working seven-day rotations
