For the 58th episode of the Healthcare IT Podcast, we’re talking about burnout and health IT’s role in staff burnout.  We all know that burnout has become a major issue in healthcare.  Far too often we’re hearing of physician suicides and many doctors leaving their jobs because they’re burnt out.  Plus, COVID has added another layer of complexity to the discussion.

Many people point at health IT when it comes to the topic of burnout.  The ironic part is that some point to health IT as the problem (ie. I hate my EMR) and others point to health IT as the potential solution (ie. EHR auto documentation).  There’s little doubt that health IT likely plays a role in both sides of the spectrum.  In this episode we dive into those details.  Plus, we talk about how burnout has been impacted by COVID.

Here’s a look at the topic and questions we discuss on this episode:

For this episode, we want to take a minute to recognize 2 members of the community who are working hard on the problem of burnout.  First is Gabe Charbonneau. You’ve probably seen his awesome Fight Burnout t-shirts that recognize Burnout Warriors. John and I are wearing them in the video version of the podcast. Gabe is working hard to improve the doctor-patient relationship so that more doctors stay in the industry. Learn more and get your t-shirt at FightBurnout.org  

Next is Janae Sharp and the Sharp Index.  Having suffered the tragedy of physician suicide in her life, the Sharp Index is working to reduce stigma around physician suicide and burnout and improve physician wellness.  Learn more at SharpIndex.org

Now, without further ado, we’re excited to share with you the next episode of the Healthcare IT Today podcast.

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