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Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Coping Strategies for Burnout Among Pediatric Urologists
Nicolette G Payne1, Daniel Salevitz1, Natalie Dvorak2
1Department of Urology, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, AZ.
Urology
|June 15, 2025
Summary
Burnout is increasing in pediatric urology, with 43% of specialists experiencing high levels. Younger age and female gender are key risk factors, highlighting the need for interventions to support this workforce.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Urology
- Occupational health
Background:
- Pediatric urology faces a growing challenge with physician burnout.
- Understanding the prevalence and risk factors is crucial for workforce sustainability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current prevalence of burnout in pediatric urologists.
- To identify demographic and practice-related risk factors for burnout.
- To explore coping strategies employed by pediatric urologists.
Main Methods:
- Anonymous electronic survey using the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI).
- Data collected on demographics and practice characteristics.
- Statistical analysis (t-tests, Fisher's exact tests) to compare burnout levels.
Main Results:
- A 30% response rate (203/674) from pediatric urologists.
- 43% of respondents met criteria for high burnout, an increase from 2016.
- Younger age, female gender, and longer work hours were associated with higher burnout.
Conclusions:
- Burnout prevalence has risen significantly among pediatric urologists since 2016.
- Younger and female urologists are at higher risk.
- Addressing identified risk factors is essential to maintain the pediatric urology workforce.
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