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1Department of Anesthesiology Wellbeing Program, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus, 12631 East 17th Avenue, Mailstop 8202, Suite L15-2007, Aurora, CO 80045, USA.
Abstract:
This article explores an often-untouched subject in anesthesiology residency: relationships. The authors examine the importance of fostering all types of relationships (eg, personal, professional, self) and the impact of the training process on relationships and total well-being. Common issues in relationships during anesthesiology residency are shared through real-life anecdotes from physicians who are currently in or have completed their residencies. Psychological principles including optimism bias, cognitive dissonance, social comparison, and self-efficacy are explored as contributing to dysfunction in relationships. Strategies are offered for each psychological domain as a resource for faculty and program leadership to improve the residency experience in anesthesiology.
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