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Conflicting demands in surgical practice

G G Kent¹, A G Johnson

¹Department of Psychiatry, University of Sheffield Medical School.

Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

|September 1, 1995

Summary

Surgeons frequently experience conflicts between personal, clinical, and administrative duties, often prioritizing work over personal life. This stress impacts patient care quality and leads many to consider early retirement.

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Area of Science:

Medical Professionalism
Surgical Practice Management
Occupational Health

Background:

Work-life balance is a growing concern in demanding professions.
Understanding conflicts in surgical careers is crucial for retention and well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess the prevalence and nature of conflicts experienced by surgeons.
To investigate the impact of these conflicts on patient care and career decisions.

Main Methods:

A questionnaire was distributed to Fellows of the Association of Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland.
305 surgeons responded, detailing their experiences with conflicting demands.

Main Results:

71% of respondents reported experiencing conflicts between personal, clinical, and administrative demands.
Personal needs were consistently deprioritized when conflicting with professional duties.
60% of surgeons considered early retirement due to these conflicts.

Conclusions:

Work-related conflicts significantly affect surgeons' well-being and professional lives.
The findings highlight a critical need for interventions to support surgeons and improve patient care quality.

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