CAMH, Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
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Physician burnout & depression with Dr. Srijan Sen
Physician burnout & depression with Dr. Srijan Sen
Physician burnout & depression with Dr. Srijan Sen
Wednesday 31st May 2023
Join Dr. Srijan Sen and Dr. David Gratzer as they explore physician burnout, its connection to depression, and strategies for better mental health support.
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CAMH, Dr. David Gratzer: Physician and Educator at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
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Get the buttons here!Redefining Burnout: Dr. Srijan Sen on Physician Mental Health
Episode Overview
- Understanding the conceptual distinctions and overlap between burnout and depression
- Exploring the impact of workload and EMR frustrations on physician well-being
- Insights on designing healthier systems and programmes to support physicians' mental health
- Perspectives on preventing burnout and depression among physicians
In physicians, both burnout and depression are clearly driven by the environment. So emphasizing depression is not putting the blame at all on the individual, but helping us bring more tools to help the individual and help the professional get healthier as we move forward.
Burnout is a term we hear often, but what does it really mean, especially for those in the medical field? In this episode of 'Quick Takes', Dr. David Gratzer sits down with Dr. Srijan Sen, a leading expert in depression and neurosciences from the University of Michigan, to dissect the concept of burnout among physicians. They dive into the murky waters of how burnout is defined—did you know that 182 studies came up with 142 different definitions? Dr.
Sen argues that burnout is often a guise for depression, a perspective that could reshape how we address mental health in healthcare settings. The conversation touches on the rising rates of depression among medical professionals worldwide and the shifting attitudes towards mental health in the field. They also discuss how the demanding workload, challenging work environment, and even the frustrations with electronic medical records (EMR) contribute to this issue. Dr.
Sen brings up an intriguing idea: could reviving the old concept of a doctor's lounge be a modern solution to combating burnout? Listeners will walk away with a deeper understanding of the blurred lines between burnout and depression and practical insights into how healthcare systems can be designed to better support physicians' mental well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the medical profession or anyone who cares about the mental health of those who care for us.