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Well-Being and Professional Fulfillment in Mohs Surgeons: An Explanatory Sequential Mixed-Method Design Study.
Charlene Lam1, Yesul Kim2, Heather J Costigan3
1Department of Dermatology, Pennsylvania State Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Summary
Mohs surgeons experience burnout from perfectionism but find fulfillment through gratitude, self-compassion, and value-aligned practice. These factors are key to promoting well-being and professional satisfaction in the field.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Surgical Specialties
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Limited data exists on well-being and professional fulfillment specific to Mohs surgeons.
- Understanding these factors is crucial for supporting this specialized medical group.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key drivers of occupational distress among Mohs surgeons.
- To determine factors promoting well-being and professional fulfillment in this specialty.
Main Methods:
- An explanatory sequential mixed-method study was employed.
- Semistructured individual interviews were conducted to gather qualitative data.
- Thematic analysis of interview transcripts identified common drivers of well-being and fulfillment.
Main Results:
- Gratitude for profession and relationships emerged as a significant positive theme.
- Unrealistic standards of perfection were identified as a source of emotional burden.
- Practicing in alignment with personal values was linked to professional fulfillment.
Conclusions:
- Gratitude, self-compassion, and value-congruent practice promote well-being in Mohs surgeons.
- Unrealistic perfectionism and practice incongruences contribute to burnout.
- These findings offer insights into enhancing professional satisfaction and mitigating distress in Mohs surgery.
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