One in four Canadian physicians report burnout
However, the survey highlights areas of concerns, including burnout, depression and suicidal ideation, with rates being higher among residents than physicians, and among women than men.
- However, the survey highlights areas of concerns, including burnout, depression and suicidal ideation, with rates being higher among residents than physicians, and among women than men.
- Medical residents more likely to report burnout and depression: Residents were 48% more likely to report burnout and 95% more likely to screen positive for depression than all other physician groups.
- Gender differences: Like residents, women physicians were more likely to report burnout (23% higher) and screen positive for depression (32% higher).
- The Canadian Medical Association unites Canada's physicians and physicians-in-training on national health and medical matters.