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Title: Prevalence of burnout among German radiologists: a call to action.
Authors: Bastian, Moritz B.1 (AUTHOR) bastianm@med.uni-marburg.de, Fröhlich, Laureen1 (AUTHOR), Wessendorf, Joel1 (AUTHOR), Scheschenja, Michael1 (AUTHOR), König, Alexander M.1 (AUTHOR), Jedelska, Jarmila1 (AUTHOR), Mahnken, Andreas H.1 (AUTHOR)
Source: European Radiology. Sep2024, Vol. 34 Issue 9, p5588-5594. 7p.
Subjects: Maslach Burnout Inventory, Sleep quality, Job satisfaction, Well-being, Industrial hygiene
Abstract: Objectives: In the presence of escalating global concerns regarding physician burnout, this study aims to analyze the prevalence and associated factors of burnout among radiologists in Germany. Methods: A comprehensive online survey, inclusive of 73 targeted questions including a German-modified version of the Maslach Burnout Inventory, was distributed among all members of the German Radiological Society and the German Interventional Radiological Society between May and August 2023. The survey encompassed aspects of employment, workload, well-being, and coping mechanisms. Data from 172 completed surveys were analyzed, with correlations explored via crosstabs and the Pearson-chi-square test. Results: In total, 76.7% of participating radiologists were identified to be burnt out. The prevalence was significantly associated with increased workload, reduced sleep quality, suboptimal working conditions, reduced job satisfaction, and the negative interplay between work, family life, and health. Median work satisfaction was described as "satisfied" while median workload was assessed as "frequently overwhelming of work." A total of 41.9% of respondents noted facing daily time pressure. Radiologists' concerns about work interfering with private family life were voiced by approximately 70%, and 73.3% highlighted the perceived negative effects on their health. Conclusion: The pronounced prevalence of burnout among German radiologists demonstrates an urgent, unmet need for comprehensive interventions and systemic changes. Our findings act as a catalyst for initiating targeted, multifaceted strategies and dialogs, essential for fostering a resilient and effective healthcare ecosystem. Further large-scale systematic studies should follow to analyze the findings in broad. Clinical relevance statement: Consistent with other countries, there is a high prevalence of burnout among radiologists in Germany. A call for further investigation is recommended to help mitigate adverse outcomes associated with physician burnout. Key Points: • The prevalence of burnout has yet not been evaluated for German radiologists. • German radiologists have a high prevalence of burnout. • Steps must be implemented to engage this problem to prevent worsening. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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