Internal Medicine Residency Program Director Support and Burnout During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Results of a National Survey.
Alec B O'ConnorJillian S CatalanottiSanjay V DesaiMaryGrace ZetkulicMichael KisielewskiLisa L WillettAimee K ZaasPublished in: Journal of graduate medical education (2022)
The prevalence of burnout among PDs in fall 2020 was similar to the prevalence of burnout in pre-pandemic years despite uniquely extreme stressors. PDs' perception of being highly supported by institutional leadership was associated with lower prevalence of burnout and consideration of resigning. Perceived leadership support may be a protective factor against burnout during periods of high stress.