Physician burnout: The root of the problem and the path to solutions
June 1, 2017 New England Journal of Medicine
Burnout is a growing problem that affects physicians at the individual, cultural and systemic levels. The New England Journal of Medicine has curated this collection of content from some of the world's leaders on physician burnout.
Topics
Related resources
Physician suicide and the COVID-19 pandemic
This article explores the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on physicians.
View resource Physician suicide and the COVID-19 pandemicAn estimate of the cost of burnout on early retirement and reduction in clinical hours of practicing physicians in Canada
This research looks at the effect burnout can have on early retirement and the reduction of clinical hours.
View resource An estimate of the cost of burnout on early retirement and reduction in clinical hours of practicing physicians in CanadaSTEPS Forward program
AMA's STEPS Forward program offers strategies to address physician burnout, engage leadership and develop a supportive culture.
View resource STEPS Forward programPhysician burnout: A global crisis
This editorial piece from The Lancet argues that systemic action is required to solve the global crisis of physician burnout.
View resource Physician burnout: A global crisisResident physician wellness curriculum: a study of efficacy and satisfaction
This article examines the need for a dedicated resident wellness curriculum.
View resource Resident physician wellness curriculum: a study of efficacy and satisfactionCFMS wellness page
This list from CFMS offers a set of school-specific wellness resources for medical students.
View resource CFMS wellness pageAre you in distress? Get help now.
Call 911 or access physician health and wellness supports.
Are you in distress? Get help now.