Medical Economics March 31, 2025
Physician burnout persists beyond pandemic, sermo survey finds, and physicians are reluctant to seek help
Despite burnout peaking during the COVID-19 pandemic, physicians continue to struggle with its effects, according to the latest Barometer survey from Sermo, a global health care engagement platform. The survey found that 75% of physicians have witnessed a colleague experience burnout in the past three months, highlighting an ongoing crisis in the profession.
One of the most alarming findings is the reluctance of health care providers to seek mental health support due to fear of professional repercussions. More than four in five (82%) surveyed physicians cited concerns over professional consequences as a barrier to seeking help, a number that rises to 95% among psychiatrists. While...
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