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  • Physician burnout and emotional distress are significant concerns in postgraduate training.
  • Understanding the multifaceted contributors to resident distress is crucial for developing effective support strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify factors contributing to resident distress across various specialties and training levels.
  • To inform the design of interventions aimed at reducing burnout and emotional distress in medical residents.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative grounded theory approach was employed.
  • Semistructured interviews were conducted with 33 residents from medical, hospital-based, and surgical specialties.
  • Inductive coding and thematic analysis were used to identify patterns and relationships in the data.

Main Results:

  • Seven key themes emerged: workload, support and community, culture, resident outlook, institutional resources, work-life balance, and the impact of COVID-19.
  • These themes collectively influence residents' work-life balance and overall distress levels.
  • Factors such as workload and lack of institutional support were frequently cited as significant stressors.

Conclusions:

  • The study identified specific environmental and personal factors contributing to resident distress.
  • Institutions should assess these factors to design targeted interventions for mitigating distress.
  • Proactive strategies are needed to foster a healthier training environment and reduce burnout among residents.