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Jan 2025
29m 11s

Episode 109: The Silent Crisis: Burnout ...

KHALIL DIAB
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Listen to this latest episode of the podcast cohosted with MohammadAli Jardaly, with Dr. Alaa Rihan, a Family Medicine physician and a scholar, Leading Physician Wellbeing Program with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Burnout affects more than 50% of physicians in the US and is a growing problem that needs urgent attention. This episode delves into the challenges and pressures faced by healthcare professionals. Listeners will gain insights into the scope of the problem, its impact on patient care and physician well-being, and coping strategies, self-care practices, and the importance of mental health awareness in medicine. Join us as we explore a healthier work environment for those dedicated to caring for others. This episode can also be found on all podcast apps.

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https://youtu.be/j8CrcgK16TM

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