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How common is physician burnout? In September of last year, the New York Times reported that nearly two-thirds of doctors were experiencing at least one symptom of burnout. The data came from a nationwide survey of doctors over ten years. Experts say the numbers have reached alarming levels.
How can medical professional learn skills or access resources with the goal of preventing burnout? An upcoming symposium will address that question. We preview the event with our guests:
- Michael Privitera, M.D., professor emeritus at the University of Rochester Medical Center, past chair of the MSSNY Task Force on Physician Stress and Burnout, and faculty member at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement: Workplace Change Collaborative.
- Mathew Devine, D.O., family medicine specialist at Rochester Regional Health, regional dean for the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, former president of the Monroe County Medical Society, and former medical director of the Accountable Health Partners ACO and of Highland Family Medicine
