Commentary on: Burnout in the Plastic Surgeon: Implications and Interventions

Noone, R. Barrett

doi:10.1093/asj/sjw191

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“…Failure to do so results in decreased job and life satisfaction, weakened mental health, and eventually burnout. 29 54 55 Burnout is a multifaceted issue and can be handled effectively by joint responsibility of the individual, the department, and the hospital. 44 …”

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Indian Perspective of Burnout Among Plastic Surgeons

Karanjkar

Panse

et al. 2023

Indian J Plast Surg

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Introduction Over the last decade, the term “Burnout” has become familiar term in all walks of life, particularly medicine. Emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a low sense of personal accomplishment make up the triad. At least a third of plastic surgeons are having burnout according to the western literature. Data on burnout in Indian plastic surgeons is lacking. We have made an attempt to analyze the incidence and factors responsible for burnout among plastic surgeons in India. Materials and Methods An online survey was conducted in India to assess burnout among plastic surgeons from June to November 2019. Consent, demographic information, stress-related factors, the abbreviated Maslach Burnout Inventory (aMBI), and Satisfaction with Medicine were all included section wise in the survey. Both used scales were validated. Data were gathered using Google forms, then uploaded to an Excel file and analyzed. A multivariable and univariable analysis of factors associated with burnout was carried out. Results Twenty-two percent of 330 plastic surgeons who responded were assessed to have moderate to high emotional exhaustion, 5% had moderate to high depersonalization, and 3% had low personal accomplishment. The overall burnout rate was 8.2%. Seventy-three percent of plastic surgeons enjoyed a good to very good quality of life. Great over-volume of work, mid-career practicing plastic surgeons and professional satisfaction with work were found to have a significant association with burnout on multivariate analysis. Conclusions Plastic surgeons in India suffer an overall burnout rate of 8.2% with a multifactorial etiology. This occupational hazard is preventable and reversible. Plastic surgeons need to be vigilant about this and seek help whenever required.

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Indian Perspective of Burnout Among Plastic Surgeons

Karanjkar

Panse

et al. 2023

Indian J Plast Surg

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The Leaky Pipeline of Women in Plastic Surgery: Embracing Diversity to Close the Gender Disparity Gap

Moak

Cress²,

Tenenbaum

et al. 2019

Aesthetic Surgery Journal

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On March 8, 2019, we celebrated International Women’s Day, a global day, which honors social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while simultaneously turning our attention toward the continued lack of gender balance present in today’s world. The Balance for Better campaign theme prompted a closer look at diversity within our plastic surgery specialty. Gender balance has improved with many organizational efforts and laws enacted in the United States. Unfortunately, despite these institutions, statistics show the trend toward financial and career success still favors men. Within the field of medicine, a similar trend has been observed. Though women constitute 50% of medical school graduates, the majority still enter fields outside of surgical subspecialties. In comparison to other surgical subspecialties, women are most represented in plastic surgery. Unfortunately, significant gender discrepancies remain in post-graduate practice including academic practice rank, societal board membership, invited speaker opportunities, and compensation, to name a few. The “leaky pipeline” of women describes a precipitous decline in women at each progressive step of the professional ladder. We explore the multi-faceted nature of this phenomenon and highlight contributing factors limiting female growth within the plastic surgery profession. We also emphasize the continued growth of female plastic surgeon presence in all sectors despite these existing obstacles. We submit that continued leadership, mentorship, and sponsorship provided by both male and female physicians in the field will facilitate future leadership, advance gender parity, and cultivate a sense of belonging within the plastic surgery community, allowing brilliant minds to flourish and the profession to thrive.

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Commentary on: Burnout in the Plastic Surgeon: Implications and Interventions

Cited by 2 publications

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Indian Perspective of Burnout Among Plastic Surgeons

Indian Perspective of Burnout Among Plastic Surgeons

The Leaky Pipeline of Women in Plastic Surgery: Embracing Diversity to Close the Gender Disparity Gap

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