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Leading by Example: Role Modeling Resilience Helps Our Learners and Ourselves
Mona M Abaza1, Kathleen G Nelson
1M.M. Abaza is professor of otolaryngology, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado. K.G. Nelson is clinical professor of pediatrics, Keck School of Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, California.
Summary
Academic medicine faculty can combat burnout by focusing on purpose and balance. Embracing resilience fosters a culture of well-being, shifting from problem description to solution generation.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Physician Well-being
- Healthcare Professional Burnout
Background:
- Physician burnout is a significant issue in academic medicine, necessitating a shift from identifying causes to implementing solutions.
- National initiatives and accreditation requirements are creating opportunities for academic medicine faculty to address wellness.
- The core of addressing burnout lies in restoring purpose and balance for healthcare professionals.
Discussion:
- Academic medicine offers unique opportunities for fulfillment through patient care, research, and teaching.
- Faculty should model joy and self-care for trainees, demonstrating resilience.
- Adopting resilience as a faculty role can cultivate a culture of well-being.
Key Insights:
- Restoring purpose and balance are foundational to combating burnout in academic medicine.
- Faculty resilience is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment.
- A proactive approach focusing on solutions is essential to overcome the burnout epidemic.
Outlook:
- Implementing strategies that promote purpose and balance can mitigate burnout.
- Cultivating resilient faculty will lead to a healthier academic medical community.
- Continued focus on well-being initiatives is vital for the future of academic medicine.