Q103217

Prompt: Burnout

Many surgeons are seriously affected on an emotional level by major surgical complications, and they often feel that institutional support is inadequate. Those are among the conclusions of a small study published recently in the British Journal of Surgery. The findings provide valuable insights into the factors that affect surgeons' reactions to surgical complications and how surgeons could be better supported in their aftermath. Surgeons generally described institutional support as inadequate. Suggestions for approaches to support surgeons in managing the impact of complications included: better mentoring, teamwork approaches in surgical practice, blame-free forums for the discussion of complications, and supports aimed at the human aspects of complications. "This study contributes to an understanding of the wider impact of surgical complications on surgeons' personal and professional wellbeing," said Dr. Pinto. "Given the potential impact on patients as well as on surgeons, additional support and mentoring should be seriously considered by the surgical community and by those involved in the management of surgical services. Further research is needed on how to implement support structures that meet the needs of the small number of surgeons who are affected to the point that personal life and clinical practice deteriorate."

References: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/11/131113213726.htm

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