From Medical Student to Practicing Physician: Promoting Well-Being in the Learning  Continuum

Approximately 50% of US physicians are experiencing professional burnout. During the past decade, physician burnout has increased considerably and is characterized by exhaustion, cynicism, and reduced effectiveness. Physician burnout is associated with an increased risk of broken relationships, substance misuse, and suicide; burnout can also influence quality of of care and patient safety. Physician distress is  proposed as a quality indicator in health care delivery [1]. Additionally, the ACGME program requirements include a “commitment to the well-being of the students, residents, faculty members, and all members of the health care team” [2].

Source: Journal of the American College of Radiology : JACR - May 31, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Lori A. Deitte, Amy E. Fleming, Madelene C. Lewis, Jessica B. Robbins, Felix S. Chew, Priscilla J. Slanetz Tags: Civil discourse Source Type: research