The incidence and prevalence of physician burnout appear to be increasing within and across clinical specialties and types of practices. An underlying framework remains unattended and unexplained.
Health care organizations moving away from a defensive posture after medical error are reaping benefits. Communication and resolution programs help make a difference.
Physician professionalism is the essence of being a doctor in our society. We address the challenges physicians face and the duties they have to understand to maintain their professionalism.