‘Poor leadership that doesn’t care about the physicians’: What leads to burnout

 Sixty-one percent of physicians said too many bureaucratic tasks contribute to burnout, according to a survey published Jan. 27 by Medscape.

Advertisement

Medscape’s 2023 “Physician Burnout & Depression Report,” published Jan. 27, surveyed 9,175 providers in more than 29 specialties from June 28 to Oct. 3 about how burnout and depression have affected them in the last year. 

Five surveyed physicians told Medscape what factors led to their burnout:

“Administration does not take into account the hours we spend on answering patient messages, calls and filling out paperwork.”

“The burden of being on call.”

“Medical staff shortages prolong and affect workflow.”

“Poor leadership that doesn’t care about the physicians.”

“Alternating day and night shifts, leading to sleep deprivation.”

At the Becker’s 32nd Annual Meeting: The Business and Operations of ASCs, taking place October 29-31 in Chicago, ASC leaders, surgeons and healthcare executives will explore strategies to drive growth, enhance operational performance, navigate reimbursement challenges and prepare for the future of ambulatory surgery. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in ASC News

Advertisement

Comments are closed.