One in 4 clinicians want to leave healthcare, citing burnout. Here’s what providers can do to stem the tide

Even among doctors and nurses who want to stay in healthcare, about a third are considering switching employers, according to a Bain and Company survey. Research shows that around half of clinicians surveyed report their mental health has declined since the start of the pandemic.

Of those considering leaving the field entirely, 89% cite burnout as the main cause, the consultancy firm’s survey of nearly 600 clinicians found. Additionally, around 40% of all clinicians surveyed say they don’t have the resources they need to operate at full potential. They report a lack of effective processes and workflows, supplies and...