EP14. Burnout

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Being an emergency physician is a tough job, and like many other stressful occupations, it can wear you down.  Burnout is a very real risk in EM, but acknowledging the risk, looking for early signs, and using strategies to increase your resiliency can help you stay productive, optimistic, and satisfied with your career.

Further Reading and References

Physician Burnout: It Just Keeps Getting Worse – Medscape

Emergentology: Burnout: It’s All about Weird Hours, Challenging Patients, and High Stress – EM News

Job burnout: How to spot it and take action – Mayo Clinic

Avoid Burnout by Managing Your Stress – ACEP

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