A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words: Using PhotoVoice to Promote Resilience in Trainees Who Care for Seriously Ill Patients (TH308)

Healthcare professionals who provide care for patients with serious illness are at risk for compassion fatigue and burnout. A growing body of literature demonstrates that trainees may be particularly susceptible to burnout, and the challenges intrinsic to medical training may not afford frequent opportunities for building the resilience needed to sustain career longevity. Additionally, trainees may grapple with feelings of inadequacy and disenfranchisement within larger healthcare systems. PhotoVoice is a participatory action research approach designed to give a voice to individuals who may feel marginalized or unheard.
Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - Category: Palliative Care Authors: Source Type: research