Quality and Safety in Health Care, Part XLV: Introduction to Burnout

Burnout not only is a serious problem for physicians, but it also adversely affects the quality and safety of health care for the patients they care for. A doctor with burnout may commit more errors, exhibit unprofessional behavior and a callous attitude to others, have diminished productivity, and cause other problems for the health care system. Furthermore, the percentage of doctors who experience at least 1 symptom of burnout is increasing.

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