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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Medical Education
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Burnout is a significant issue among neurosurgeons, negatively affecting patient care.
  • Mindfulness training has shown promise in other high-stress fields but hasn't been evaluated in neurosurgery.
  • A virtual mindfulness-based intervention (MBI) was developed to address this gap.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the effectiveness of a virtual MBI in reducing burnout and stress among neurosurgeons.
  • To assess the feasibility and impact of the MBI on neurosurgeon well-being and performance.
  • To explore the potential of mindfulness training in a demanding surgical specialty.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective trial involving 21 neurosurgeons (attendings, residents, interns) across 9 centers.
  • Participants completed an 8-week virtual MBI with suggested daily practice.
  • Psychometric assessments for burnout, stress, well-being, and mindfulness were conducted pre- and post-intervention.

Main Results:

  • Significant reductions in perceived stress and emotional exhaustion were observed.
  • The intervention was associated with improved mindfulness skills, self-compassion, and resilience.
  • Choice response times, a measure of dexterity, also showed improvement.

Conclusions:

  • Preliminary evidence suggests a virtual MBI is effective and feasible for managing stress and burnout in neurosurgeons.
  • The intervention positively impacted well-being and may improve dexterity in younger neurosurgeons.
  • Further research is recommended to validate these findings in a larger cohort.