Burnout

University of Michigan’s “portal practice slots” didn’t cut after-hours EHR time, but physicians still reported less stress and better control over their day.

Female primary care physicians spend more time on portal messages and documentation — and report higher levels of burnout and patient hostility — than their male counterparts.

Lisa Grabl, group president of CHG Healthcare, explains how locum tenens physicians are helping fill critical gaps in care, improving outcomes in underserved areas and offering doctors flexible alternatives amid workforce strain.

Lisa Grabl, group president of CHG Healthcare, says more physicians are turning to locum tenens work as means to combat burnout.

A new national survey finds loneliness is widespread among academic family physicians, especially women and minority doctors, and may be hindering efforts to address the same issue in patients.

Survey finds small practices deliver high satisfaction and deeper patient relationships.

A new study in JAMA Network Open finds that suicide remains a top cause of death among medical residents — especially in their first months of training.

Remote support is helping primary care practices reduce administrative stress, allowing physicians to focus more on patient care.

A new research letter outlines the toll that short-staffed teams take on physicians, and why many are considering cutting their hours, or walking away.

Six evidence-based strategies to fight burnout, reclaim your time and stay in medicine.

Physician burnout persists beyond pandemic, Sermo survey finds, and physicians are reluctant to seek help.

New ACP position paper outlines how unions, collective bargaining and protests could help doctors improve health care access and quality for patients.

Discover seven evidence-based strategies to reignite your passion for medicine and combat burnout, ensuring a fulfilling and sustainable career.

Free up your time, cut costs and keep your practice running smoothly — without burning out your team.

Mark E. Rosenberg, MD, FASN, dean of the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, shares his perspectives on education, Match 2025 and more.

Data for 2023 show decrease from 2021, but doctors still experience more burnout than other workers, survey finds.

Strategies to reduce physician attrition were discussed in a session at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 in New Orleans.

Doctors cannot deliver the highest standard of care to their patients if their own well-being is overlooked.

The benefits of artificial intelligence in medicine were discussed during a session at the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 in New Orleans.

Physician burnout persists beyond pandemic, sermo survey finds, and physicians are reluctant to seek help

Burnout is caused by more than just the EHR

A new NEJM perspective argues that rethinking health care work design can improve patient safety and physician well-being.

Study finds primary care physicians frequently log into electronic health records during PTO, though longer vacations may help them disconnect.

After two years of decline, physician suicidal thoughts are on the rise, signaling a troubling reversal, says the Medscape Physicians and Suicide Report 2025.

In 2024, more women graduated from medical school than men — but they still face several disadvantages compared to men.

The new year will be challenging for both independent and employed physicians. But chaotic times can bring enormous opportunity.

'Too much information' is sabotaging patient care. Physicians don’t need more data — they need smarter data.

While systemic changes are undoubtedly needed for all physicians, there are steps that we can take as individuals to support our women colleagues.

Sermo Barometer poll has results about private equity influence as well.

401 primary care physicians share their grievances with the state of health care in the 2025 Physician Health Survey from MDVIP and Ipsos.