Addressing physician burnout at the systems level
February 12, 2018 CMAJ
This article discusses the increasing recognition of physician burnout as a systemic issue and explores systems-level strategies to address it. The article looks at recommendations from the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians on steps organizations can take to promote physician well-being and professional satisfaction.
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Organizational wellness Policies, standards and best practices
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