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Reported pain at work is a risk factor for vascular surgery trainee burnout
Eric Pillado1, Ruojia Debbie Li1, Matthew C Chia1
1Northwestern Quality Improvement, Research, & Education in Surgery (NQUIRES) Department of Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL.
Journal of Vascular Surgery
|January 12, 2024
Summary
Work-related pain is common in vascular surgery trainees and is a significant risk factor for burnout. Addressing this occupational hazard through ergonomic education and support is crucial for trainee well-being.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery Training
- Occupational Health
- Medical Education
Background:
- Work-related pain is a known risk factor for burnout among practicing vascular surgeons.
- This pain can lead to early workforce attrition and poses a threat to the specialty.
- The study investigated if work-related pain similarly impacts vascular surgery trainee well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the association between work-related pain and burnout in vascular surgery trainees.
- To identify risk factors for burnout among trainees.
- To explore the prevalence of pain and its relationship with well-being indicators.
Main Methods:
- A confidential survey was administered to trainees post-examination.
- Burnout was assessed using a modified Maslach Burnout Inventory.
- Pain was measured on a Likert scale and analyzed alongside demographic and management strategies.
Main Results:
- 38% of 527 trainees reported moderate to severe pain.
- Women reported higher rates of moderate to severe pain (44.3%) compared to men (34.5%).
- Moderate to severe pain (OR 2.52) and physiotherapy use (OR 3.06) were risk factors for burnout, independent of other factors.
Conclusions:
- Physical pain is prevalent and a significant risk factor for burnout in vascular surgery trainees.
- Ergonomic education, posture awareness, and microbreaks should be integrated into training programs.
- Mitigating occupational hazards like pain is essential for trainee well-being and retention.
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