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Exploring the administrative burden faced by hematologists: a comprehensive study in Italy.

Davide Petruzzelli¹, Marco Vignetti², Stefania Trasarti³

¹"La Lampada di Aladino ETS", Bari - Italy.

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|July 9, 2024

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Italian hematologists spend nearly half their time on administrative tasks, significantly impacting patient care and increasing burnout. Reducing this burden is crucial for improving healthcare efficiency and physician well-being.

Keywords:

Administrative burden Blood cancer Burnout Hematology Oncology Survey

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Area of Science:

Hematology
Healthcare Administration
Medical Professional Well-being

Background:

Administrative burdens are a significant challenge in healthcare systems, affecting patient care and professional practice.
High administrative workloads can lead to decreased efficiency and job dissatisfaction among medical professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the extent of the administrative burden experienced by hematologists in Italy.
To understand the impact of administrative tasks on hematologists' time allocation and professional well-being.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional online survey was conducted among 1,570 Italian hematologists from May 24 to June 30, 2023.
The survey included quantitative questions and free-text responses to gather data on time spent on administrative tasks and their perceived impact.

Main Results:

Hematologists dedicate an average of 47.07% of their time to administrative tasks, with over 63% spending at least half their workday on these duties.
Patient care is the most affected medical task due to time constraints (57.47%), and nearly half of respondents (45.40%) identified it as the priority needing more time.
Burnout is prevalent, with 55.17% of hematologists reporting it in the past six months, and administrative tasks like "Forms" (27.59%) and "Scheduling" (24.71%) are major contributors.

Conclusions:

The administrative workload significantly impacts Italian hematologists' patient care, communication, and increases burnout risk.
Excessive administrative duties reduce time for patient care, leading to exhaustion and concerns about potential clinical errors.
Addressing administrative burdens is essential to improve the quality of care and the well-being of hematology professionals.