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Ways Physicians Can Avoid Burnout

by Ronald B. Kuppersmith, MD, MBA • February 7, 2018

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I would highly recommend investing the time to figure out your personal mission statement, goals, and what you would do if you had no resource restraints. While it is not an easy process, forcing yourself to contemplate your values is rewarding, and helpful for navigating your personal journey over the long run.

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February 2018

Dr. Kuppersmith practices at Texas ENT & Allergy in College Station and Huntsville, and is a deputy editor of ENTtoday.

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Filed Under: Departments, Viewpoint Tagged With: leadership, medical education, medical residents, physician burnout, physician wellnessIssue: February 2018

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