Impostorism and anxiety contribute to burnout among resident physicians.

Rachel Q Liu HennesseyJacob DavidsonTamara A Van HoorenJulie Ann M Van KoughnettSarah JonesMichael C Ott

Published in: Medical teacher (2022)

Impostorism is commonly experienced by resident learners independent of specialty and contributes to learner anxiety and burnout. Supervisors and Program Directors must be aware of the prevalence of IP and the impact on burnout. Initiatives to mitigate IP may improve resident learner wellness and decrease burnout in postgraduate learners.

Keyphrases

quality improvement
patient safety
primary care
risk factors
emergency medicine