Interventional Radiology: A Potential Antidote to Physician Burnout

Abstract

Physician burnout affects more than half of U.S. physicians, is multifactorial in origin, and should be addressed at organizational, group, and individual levels. By examining the career of one private practice interventional radiologist, insight into lessons learned and strategies for promotion of a fulfilling career might apply to others. Priorities may vary depending on stage of career, but some common themes of meaning and purpose that most interventional radiology (IR) physicians embrace throughout their careers emerge. Recognizing and cultivating these might provide keys to mitigating professional burnout and promoting a fulfilling IR career.

Keywords

burnout - fulfillment - meaning and purpose

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