ArticleAnnals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England2024
Burnout in trauma and orthopaedics: a cross-sectional study of surgeons from across the United Kingdom.
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- A systematic review of the prevalence of burnout in orthopaedic surgeons.Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England · 2025Pooled it
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- Fallibility, performance, patient safety and teamwork: embedding human factors in surgery.Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England · 2024Article
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Abstract
introductionImproving psychological wellbeing in healthcare professionals has demonstrable links with improvements in system-performance and patient outcomes. The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence of burnout among orthopaedic surgeons within the United Kingdom (UK) and to identify any influencing factors.
methodsThis prospective, cross-sectional nationwide study used the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory to assess burnout among orthopaedic registrars, middle grades and consultants from across the UK. In total, 369 participants completed an anonymised online survey. Reasons for burnout were assessed using a list of 20 stressors followed by a white-space box for elaboration.
resultsRespondents included 204 (55.3%) consultants, 100 (27.1%) registrars and 65 (17.6%) who were an associate specialist, trust grade or fellow. Some 252 (68.3%) participants experienced moderate-level burnout and 81 (22.0%) high-level burnout. There was no significant association between burnout and grade (
conclusionThere was a moderate to high level of burnout among orthopaedic surgeons within the UK. Clinical and management teams should focus on improving staff numbers, reducing administrative work and increasing clinic consultation times to limit any further disengagement and exhaustion from surgeons. Reducing burnout may help to improve mental wellbeing, work satisfaction and workforce productivity.
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