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Recognizing and Overcoming Burnout by Brooke Herron
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unning an ophthalmic practice in a normal year can be stressful — and we can all agree that 2020 has not been a normal year.
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused massive changes in ophthalmic practice. Throughout the year, clinics have had to manage closures, restrictions, added safety measures — as well as ensure patients continued to be monitored and treated.
a definition of burnout from Dr. Michael Johns, which says “burnout is a consequence of an adverse work environment, period.” Cont. on Page 3 >>
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We all have stress — and likely have experienced burnout, particularly this year. Therefore, an AAOE plenary session called Keep the Fire Lit: Strategies for Preventing Burnout was held on the last day of AAO 2020 Virtual. During the session, panelists Robert Melendez MD, MBA, and Marilyn Ponder DBA, discussed common stressors in daily practice and how to create a workplace with improved team dynamics and reduced stress.
What is burnout? Opening the session, Dr. Ponder borrowed
Now everyone wants a Virtual Vegas Vest! That’s ok. Brandon, Matt and everyone at Team Media MICE wish you all the vest as 2020 comes to an end, vinylly!