Complications: Sharing and Managing Emotions-What are the Stigmas Attached to the Emotional Burdens of Complication

What are the Stigmas Attached to the Emotional Burdens of Complication

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Drew Klein, an interventional cardiologist at Piedmont Atlanta, introduces the second webinar in a wellness series focused on emotional well-being within the cardiology profession. Acknowledging the inevitability of complications in medical practice, Klein emphasizes the impact these can have on physicians—ranging from emotional distress to career implications. He refers to the concept of the "second victim syndrome," highlighting how healthcare providers also experience trauma following patient complications. Klein advocates for addressing stigma and emotional burdens through open dialogue, support systems, and potentially integrating therapy into post-complication protocols. He stresses the importance of curiosity over judgment, creating supportive work environments, and re-evaluating practices that might perpetuate stigma. Klein encourages medical professionals to adopt a more compassionate approach to complications and urges systemic changes, such as implementing programs like Johns Hopkins University's Rise, to support healthcare workers.

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Andrew Klein, MD, FSCAI

Keywords

interventional cardiology

emotional well-being

second victim syndrome

support systems

compassionate approach

systemic changes