The other day one of my clients who’s an OB/Gyn physician opened our coaching call with a statement that made my jaw drop. She said, “I’m focusing on being more selfish in all areas of my life. I have this fire in me. This is my time.” I wanted to jump for joy. I almost… Read More
What’s at the root of your physician burnout?
August 21, 2019 by 6 Comments
If you’re suffering from physician burnout, do you know what’s at the root of it? Is it too many patient hours? All the administrative hassles? Could anxiety be a factor? Or is medicine simply not the right fit? We hear the word “burnout” all the time. It affects over half of all physicians at some… Read More
Burning Out? Recommendations For Your Personality Type
May 2, 2016 by 4 Comments
I really, really wish I could change the healthcare system so it would stop burning out so many hardworking doctors. I would gladly be out of a job if it meant this soul-crushing medical system cared half as much about doctor satisfaction as it did about patient scores. But sadly, I know I alone will… Read More
Help for Burnout – Relationships are Key
March 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
You know you’re a nerd when it’s Friday night and you just finished watching a DVD on physician burnout. Yes, that’s me. I’ll admit it. And it’s not the only one of its kind in my DVD collection (not sure if I should be revealing this). Lately in my blogs I have been writing about… Read More
Heather Fork, MD, MCC, is owner and founder of the Doctor’s Crossing. As a master certified coach, she works with physicians who are seeking to renew and reinvigorate their careers and avoid burnout.