A pilot study of burnout and long covid in senior specialist doctors

Doherty, Anne M.; Colleran, Gabrielle; Durcan, Laura; Irvine, Alan D.; Barrett, Elizabeth

doi:10.1007/s11845-021-02594-3

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“…However, even if responses are an inaccurate reflection on actual patient contact time, the mismatch between perceived or real service demands and available clinical and administrative support is likely to contribute to high levels of BO. Research already conducted in Ireland during COVID-19, among medical consultants, showed a high prevalence of BO, with three-quarters (n=88) of those screened scoring above cut-offs on the Maslach Burnout Inventory 12…”

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“…Research already conducted in Ireland during COVID-19, among medical consultants, showed a high prevalence of Open access BO, with three-quarters (n=88) of those screened scoring above cut-offs on the Maslach Burnout Inventory. 12 Paediatric settings present some unique challenges at a clinical level, in terms of specialised care, a family systems approach, working with a broad multidisciplinary and non-hierarchical team and engagement in high-intensity emotional work. 13 These stressors may have intensified for staff and families during COVID-19, even if not linked to management of actual COVID-19 cases.…”

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COVID-19-related occupational stress in staff in an acute paediatric teaching hospital in Ireland

Murray¹,

Adamis

McNicholas

2022

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BackgroundThe COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in major strains for healthcare staff.ObjectivesThis study aims to assess prevalence of occupational burnout (BO) during COVID-19 in staff working in an acute paediatric hospital setting.ParticipantsOne hundred and thirty-three staff, out of 1900 eligible staff (9.6% response rate), completed an online or paper and pencil survey.MethodsThe Copenhagen Burnout Inventory was used as the main outcome measure. Additional questions examined the impact of COVID-19 and restrictions on work setting and personal health.ResultsThe majority of respondents reported moderate or higher levels of BO for personal (n=93; 70%) and work domains (n=83; 62%). Rates of patient-related BO were lower (n=18; 13%). Higher rates of BO were found in staff with self-rated COVID-19 adverse effects on physical (n=50, 38%) and mental health (n=88, 66%) (F (2, 13.019)=16.019, p<0.001). The majority of staff had no stress reduction training at any stage in their career, either professional (60%), on the job (62%) or postpandemic (59%) work. Although most (82%) were aware of occupational health supports, few (30%) reported an intention to access these if needed; 65% (n=86) of the respondents seriously considered changing jobs in the last 6–12 months.ConclusionHigh level of occupational stress among hospital staff during COVID-19, in the absence of stress reduction training is a risk factor for BO. Interventions, acceptable to the employee, are urgently needed given the likelihood of additional work demands as COVID-19 continues.

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COVID-19-related occupational stress in staff in an acute paediatric teaching hospital in Ireland

Murray¹,

Adamis

McNicholas

2022

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“…The experiences reported by senior doctors demonstrate broad-ranging personal and workplace impacts of the pandemic, contributing to worsening mental health. Similarly, a recent study of senior specialist doctors in Ireland reported burnout in 77% of doctors, with 64% experiencing adverse effects on their mental health from the COVID-19 pandemic [ 29 ]. Another study of mental health amongst obstetricians and gynaecologists in the United Kingdom (UK) during the COVID-19 pandemic showed high rates of major depressive disorder and generalised anxiety disorder in both junior and senior doctors [ 30 ].…”

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The Workplace and Psychosocial Experiences of Australian Senior Doctors during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Tran

Willis

Kay

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had significant mental health impacts among healthcare workers (HCWs), related to resource scarcity, risky work environments, and poor supports. Understanding the unique challenges experienced by senior doctors and identifying strategies for support will assist doctors facing such crises into the future. A cross-sectional, national, online survey was conducted during the second wave of the Australian COVID-19 pandemic. Inductive content analysis was used to examine data reporting workplace and psychosocial impacts of the pandemic. Of 9518 responses, 1083 senior doctors responded to one or more free-text questions. Of the senior doctors, 752 were women and 973 resided in Victoria. Four themes were identified: (1) work-life challenges; (2) poor workplace safety, support, and culture; (3) poor political leadership, planning and support; and (4) media and community responses. Key issues impacting mental health included supporting staff wellbeing, moral injury related to poorer quality patient care, feeling unheard and undervalued within the workplace, and pandemic ill-preparedness. Senior doctors desired better crisis preparedness, HCW representation, greater leadership, and accessible, authentic psychological wellbeing support services from workplace organisations and government. The pandemic has had significant impacts on senior doctors. The sustainability of the healthcare system requires interventions designed to protect workforce wellbeing.

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“…However, the effects on the healthcare industry or sector and their employees have been ignored. The pandemic has created workforce crisis in hospitals all over the world giving rise to a lack of staff and technicians to manage the sudden increase in patient inflow in a difficult situation due to employment leave, the initial inadequacy of personal protective equipment (PPE), supply chain failures, and reduced hospital revenues [ 1 - 3 ]. Health professionals were exposed to severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection and had to isolate themselves, which was the major factor resulting in an inadequate workforce…”

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Evaluation of a Year During the COVID-19 Pandemic in a Private Healthcare Facility: Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study

Budakoğlu¹,

Sugüneş²,

Aslan³

et al. 2022

Cureus

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Aims and Objectives: To examine the impact of the workforce crisis on healthcare service delivery for a year during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on healthcare service delivery and hospital economy in a healthcare facility. Materials and Methods: An examination was conducted of employees who were issued with a report for incapacity to work due to the pandemic between March 2020 and March 2021. A record was made of the employees' ages, genders, fields of work and lost workdays. The employees were classified as physicians, nursing services, guest services, hotel services, and support services. Diagnoses were made of the novel severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), based on computed tomography (CT) and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test results. Employees diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 infection were put into isolation in the hospital during the first months of the pandemic, and treatment was initiated in accordance with the protocols. By contrast, during the last eight months, our personnel who were not indicated for hospitalization completed their treatment in a home isolation setting. According to the Turkish Ministry of Health COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2 Infection) Scientific Advisory Board Study Guide, the isolation period was initially 14 days, before being reduced to 7-10 days, in line with the revised guide. Employees with at least one negative PCR test result following isolation were allowed to return to work. Results: The study included 575 individuals who were employed at our hospital between March 2020, when the first case was identified in Turkey, and March 2021. Among these employees, 257 were issued with a report for incapacity to work due to COVID-19. Of these, 239 had a positive PCR test result. There were 11 individuals who just had symptoms and/or positive CT findings but a negative PCR test result. There were only seven individuals who were put into isolation due to high-risk contact. The combined lost workdays of the employees totaled 3792. The highest lost workday rate (52%) was in nursing services (1973 days, n = 126). There was no mortality. Conclusion: Lost workdays due to the pandemic in the midsize healthcare facility severely affected the morale and motivation of both the diagnosed and the remaining employees. Hospital administrations also had difficulties in maintaining the quality and continuity of the services provided.

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A pilot study of burnout and long covid in senior specialist doctors

Cited by 20 publications

References 27 publications

COVID-19-related occupational stress in staff in an acute paediatric teaching hospital in Ireland

COVID-19-related occupational stress in staff in an acute paediatric teaching hospital in Ireland

The Workplace and Psychosocial Experiences of Australian Senior Doctors during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Evaluation of a Year During the COVID-19 Pandemic in a Private Healthcare Facility: Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study

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