Beat the Burn: Navigating Radiology Practice Challenges (2024)-WEB04-2024

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The webinar, led by Dr. Arti Sekar and Dr. Parikh, tackled physician burnout and wellness strategies, particularly among radiologists. The session, recorded for later access, featured Dr. Parikh's presentation on understanding burnout, based on World Health Organization definitions, and its occupational dimensions—emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment. He distinguished burnout from depression, indicating the need for different approaches. Emphasizing the significance of wellness, Dr. Parikh highlighted how cultural wellness, efficiency, and personal resilience are key to combating burnout. He discussed the impact of institutional leadership, operational strategies, and the importance of systematic changes to improve work conditions and prevent burnout.<br /><br />Dr. Sekar focused on micro habits and the science of happiness, offering practical steps individuals can adopt to improve their personal and professional lives. She touched upon the importance of positive social connections, gratitude, mindfulness, efficient learning strategies, and environment optimization. Both emphasized the need for systemic and personal interventions to sustain wellness in high-stress medical environments. The session concluded with a call for compassion towards oneself and others as a pivotal step towards professional and personal healing. Participants were encouraged to apply these strategies and reflect on personal growth mindsets for lasting change.

Keywords

physician burnout

wellness strategies

radiologists

emotional exhaustion

personal resilience

systemic changes

micro habits

positive social connections

gratitude