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Margaret L Dow1, Erica Bove, Helen K Morgan
1Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota; Boston IVF, Albany, New York; the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan; Reading Hospital/Tower Health, West Reading, Pennsylvania; and NYU Langone Health, New York, New York.
Future physicians face significant wellness challenges, with many reporting anxiety, depression, and suicidality. Addressing these mental health concerns is crucial for resident well-being and physician training.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Physician Well-being
- Mental Health in Healthcare
Background:
- Resident well-being is critical for future physician training and practice.
- A 2017 survey identified numerous wellness challenges faced by residents.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze free-text responses from a national wellness survey.
- To identify specific mental health challenges impacting residents.
Main Methods:
- Secondary analysis of qualitative data from the 2017 Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology National Wellness Survey.
- Clustering of self-reported symptoms to identify patterns of mood disorders.
Main Results:
- High rates of self-reported anxiety and depression symptoms were identified.
- Significant levels of suicidality were reported among residents.
- Symptoms clustered, indicating prevalent mood disorders.
Conclusions:
- Urgent need for targeted wellness programs and improved healthcare work environments.
- Enhanced access to mental health care and destigmatization are essential for learners.
- Addressing resident mental health is vital for physician potential and patient care.
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