Abstract
Residency is a high-risk period for physician burnout. We aimed to determine the short-term stability of factors associated with burnout, application of these data to previous conceptual models, and the relationship of these factors over 3 months. Physician wellness questionnaire results were analyzed at 2 time points 3 months apart. Associations among variables within and across time points were analyzed. Logistic regression was used to predict burnout and compassionate care. A total of 74% of residents completed surveys. Over 3 months, burnout (P =.005) and empathy (P =.04) worsened. The most significant cross-sectional relationship was between stress and emotional exhaustion (time 1 r = 0.61, time 2 r = 0.68). Resilience was predictive of increased compassionate care and decreased burnout (P <.05). Mindfulness was predictive of decreased burnout (P <.05). Mitigating stress and fostering mindfulness and resilience longitudinally may be key areas of focus for improved wellness in pediatric residents. Larger studies are needed to better develop targeted wellness interventions.
Original language | English (US) |
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Journal | Journal of evidence-based integrative medicine |
Volume | 23 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 29 2018 |
Keywords
- mindfulness
- physician burnout
- stress
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Complementary and alternative medicine