Surgeon relaxing after operation.

Physician Self-Care

COVID-19

A 2021 Medscape survey found 70% of physicians feel burned out, with 10% considering leaving the profession altogether. This inquiry predated the Omicron surge, which has likely worsened burnout and compassion fatigue. These findings emphasize the need for self-care approaches that are evidence-based and doable despite a lack of free time and energy reserves among…

Female home caregiver talking with senior woman, sitting in living room and listening to her carefully.

Compassion Fatigue

Self-care

Compassion fatigue occurs when someone takes on so much of the stress and suffering of those around them that they become exhausted. While it is common to people in helping professions, it may occur to anyone who is in a caregiving or emotionally supportive role. Signs of compassion fatigue include: Isolating from others Physical problems…