Physicians spend most of their waking hours caring for and treating others. Often, they’re so focused on their patients that their own issues get little to no attention. It’s no wonder, then, that physician burnout has increased at a staggering […]
Dr. Ken’s Corner: Erasing the Stigma of Physician Depression
The high incidence of depression among physicians can no longer be ignored. Several recent reports show that every segment of the profession is at risk, from medical students and residents in training to mid-career physicians and those nearing retirement. One […]
Physician Burnout: A Remedy
Physician burnout is a rising national problem. According to the recent Medscape Physician Lifestyle Survey, there was a higher burnout rate in 2015 compared to 2013, with numbers climbing up from 40% to 46%. Numerous other studies involving nearly every […]
Let’s Talk About Doctor Depression
First, do no harm. It’s one of the most well-known oaths physicians take when they graduate from medical school. Unfortunately, physicians are often exempt from this statement when considering their own health. Not by their own choosing, but as a […]
