The DEI Shift Mental Health and Burnout, Part 2
May 30, 2024
Dr. Anand Jagannath, a clinician educator at the Portland VA, shares his personal journey with burnout in early medical practice. He discusses the importance of recognizing burnout sources, emphasizing the role of mentorship and supportive environments in combating feelings of inadequacy. Anand highlights methods individuals can adopt to cope, as well as institutional strategies to support staff and trainees. He advocates for ongoing conversations about mental health, fostering connections, and the therapeutic power of sharing experiences.
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Burnout from Early Career Uncertainty
- Anand experienced burnout early in his attending career due to feeling inadequate about handling uncertainty in front of learners.
- He initially felt overwhelmed by peers' knowledge but grew to accept lifelong learning as part of medicine.
Power of Embracing Uncertainty
- Leaning into uncertainty and sharing how to handle it can empower learners and reduce burnout.
- Role modeling honest thought processes about not knowing everything creates a supportive learning environment.
Burnout from Perfectionism
- Physician perfectionism and imposter syndrome fuel burnout by imposing unrealistic expectations.
- Humanizing medicine involves accepting limited knowledge and encouraging vulnerability among clinicians.
