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physician burnout

Long work hours aren't always a bad thing

April 22, 2026

Back in 2020, Ohio’s health director Dr. Amy Acton faced criticism for her long hours while battling COVID-19. Some called out her family struggles during that tough period. But heavy workloads aren’t new—for doctors, managers, or anyone in high-pressure jobs. Even in normal times, professionals oft

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AI's Role in Reducing Doctor Burnout

November 7, 2025

Doctors are under a lot of pressure. They have to see many patients, and they also have to write a lot of notes. This extra work can lead to burnout, which is a big problem in the medical field. A recent study shows that using AI to take notes might help. The study looked at how AI note-taking affe

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The Doctor Dilemma: Staffing Shortages and Burnout

May 16, 2025

The medical field in the US is facing a significant challenge. Many doctors are feeling the strain of not having enough staff. This isn't just about being short on hands. It's about the mental and physical toll it takes on those who are already working. Doctors are people too. They have limits. Whe

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Japan's Medical Crisis: Resident Doctors Are Burning Out

March 17, 2025

In the summer of 2023, a young doctor in Kobe City, Japan, took his own life. He was a resident in internal medicine. He had worked 236 hours of overtime in just one month. This tragic event shone a spotlight on the harsh realities faced by young doctors in Japan. The culture of 'passion pay' in Jap

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Finding Meaning in Medicine: A New Approach to Physician Burnout

December 17, 2024

Being a doctor can be tough. Long hours, tough decisions, and the constant pressure can lead to burnout. But what if there's a way to find meaning in all this? Psychiatrist Viktor Frankl thought that finding meaning in our experiences, especially when things are hard, can help us cope. Enter the Con