The Role of Spirituality and Religion in Physician and Trainee Wellness
Kristin M. Collier, Cornelius A. James, Sanjay Saint, Joel D. Howell
Abstract
Burnout in medicine is a substantial problem with adverse consequences for both physicians and the patients who they treat. In our efforts to combat burnout, we must consider every tool at our disposal, since a complex problem requires a multifaceted approach. Recognizing that many physicians derive meaning from spirituality and religion, attempts to improve physician and trainee wellness should acknowledge the importance of religion and spirituality for self-care more than has heretofore been the case.
Topics & Concepts
SpiritualityMedicineBurnoutMeaning (existential)MEDLINENursingAlternative medicineFamily medicinePsychotherapistClinical psychologyPsychologyPathologyLawPolitical scienceHealthcare professionals’ stress and burnoutMusculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationInnovations in Medical Education