From Burnout to Resilience: An Update for Oncologists

Am Soc Clin Oncol Educ Book. 2018 May 23:38:862-872. doi: 10.1200/EDBK_201023.

Abstract

Physician burnout remains a highly complex and topical issue. The negative impact of burnout on physicians, patients, and institutions has become increasingly apparent. Globally, a multitude of professional bodies and organizational leaders are giving this important subject much-deserved attention. In this review, we provide a summary of the latest evidence, with a focus on solutions and future strategies, while incorporating our own perspectives as practicing oncologists.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Burnout, Professional / diagnosis
  • Burnout, Professional / epidemiology
  • Burnout, Professional / prevention & control
  • Burnout, Professional / psychology*
  • Humans
  • Oncologists / psychology*
  • Physicians / psychology*
  • Prevalence
  • Resilience, Psychological*
  • Risk Factors