Pragmatic Approach to Achieving Wellness in Interventional Cardiology-Causes of Burnout and Solutions to Deal with Burnout

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Dr. Dawn Scantlebury, a cardiologist at the University of the West Indies, shared her personal experiences with burnout and solutions she implemented to manage it. During a mental health app trial, Dr. Scantlebury recognized her burnout symptoms, which led her to reassess her stressors and lifestyle. Initially enthusiastic after her fellowship, she soon faced overwhelming work commitments and inadequate support, leading to chronic stress and eventual burnout, particularly evident during the COVID-19 pandemic. To combat this, she adopted stress management strategies including Tai Chi, effective time management, and utilizing social support systems. Dr. Scantlebury emphasizes that burnout is cyclic and not one-directional, suggesting it's crucial to address stressors before severe burnout occurs. Additionally, another professional, Sena Kilic, highlighted the importance of community and boundaries in managing burnout, finding solace in hobbies like hiking. Key advice includes regular self-assessment and leveraging support networks to maintain wellbeing.

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Dawn Scantlebury, MBBS, FSCAI

Keywords

burnout

stress management

mental health

Tai Chi

COVID-19 pandemic

support networks