Why the American legal system may be a factor in the high rate of suicide and burnout for doctors, writes TraumaReport
, and inability to concentrate. Physical symptoms can include either the development of a new medical illness or the worsening of a pre-existing medical condition, such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, or diabetes.”
The American Medical Association reports that one in three physicians have had a medical malpractice lawsuit filed against them during their careers. Close to half of physicians 55 years and older report having been sued. And a report found that the physicians most likely to be sued are surgeons and obstetrician-gynecologists. This is unsurprising given that such specialties often deal with complicated and dangerous cases.This litigious culture is prevalent primarily in the United States.
Nick , a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician working in Michigan, said in an interview that it can be discouraging for physicians entering the field: “We dream of being able to help people. It is disheartening when you’re constantly on edge and fearful that your patients are going to sue you. It is hurtful when you are sued for trying to help your patient as best as you can. We are in a profession where we often see people who have gone too far and cannot be saved. Sometimes procedures are risky and don’t always work. It already takes an emotional toll when you lose patients.
There are some organizations and communities that help physicians who are dealing with burnout or MMSS. It is recommended that physicians remember their previous accomplishments and successes, schedule time for activities outside of the medical field, and reach out to colleagues and mental health professionals.
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