Module 2: Managing Burnout in O&G

Question 1

Define burnout.

Answer 1

Psychological response to chronic stress coupled with high expectations and low resources.
(emotional exhaustion, reduced personal accomplishment and depersonalisation).

Question 2

How is burnout measured?

Answer 2

Using Oldenburg Burnout Inventory
(1= low burnout, 4=high).

Question 3

Can burnout be managed as an individual illness?

Answer 3

NO!
It is endemic and system driven.

Question 4

What is the overall worldwide prevalence of burnout in O&G?

Answer 4

44%

Question 5

What effects can burnout have on an idavidual?

Answer 5

Depression and suicidal thoughts.
Alcohol or drug dependence.
Sleep disturbance.
Poor physical health.
Poor judgment at work.

Question 6

By what rate has burnout been decreased by implementing both systemic and individual focussed interventions?

Answer 6

10%
(therefore better to avoid burnout rather than treat it).