At the end of medical school, Brandon Peters, MD, traveled the roads of South America, volunteering in schools and clinics in Ecuador and venturing to Machu Picchu in Peru. After returning, he wrote the speech he would give at his medical school graduation as class speaker, a call to active love that has influenced him ever since.
Fixing Physician Burnout with Improved Sleep
Physicians who sacrifice sleep are just as likely to experience the effects of sleep deprivation. In fact, there may be an added unique risk: poor sleep may exacerbate the risk of burnout in healthcare providers. Fortunately, there are a few changes that might help to optimize sleep among physicians.