One-Year Grant Milestone Marks Actionable Progress in Physician Burnout Research

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One-Year Grant Milestone Marks Actionable Progress in Physician Burnout Research /* Style Definitions */ span.prnews_span { font-size:8pt; font-family:"Arial"; color:black; } a.prnews_a { color:blue; } li.prnews_li { font-size:8pt; font-family:"Arial"; color:black; } p.prnews_p { font-size:0.62em; font-family:"Arial"; color:black; margin:0in; } .prngen2{ PADDING-RIGHT:0.17em; PADDING-LEFT:0.17em; BORDER-TOP:black 1pt; BORDER-RIGHT:black 1pt; BORDER-BOTTOM:black 1pt; BORDER-LEFT:black 1pt } .prnml4{ MARGIN-TOP:0em; MARGIN-RIGHT:0em; MARGIN-BOTTOM:0em; MARGIN-LEFT:0.33em !IMPORTANT } .prnbcc{ BORDER-COLLAPSE: COLLAPSE } .prntac{ TEXT-ALIGN: CENTER } Canada NewsWire Dr.Bill's $150,000 contribution to the Ontario Medical Foundation supports the advancement of three physician-led research projects focused on peer support, mindfulness training, and wellness evaluations to help physicians manage burnout TORONTO , Nov. 20, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, Dr.Bill proudly celebrates the one-year anniversary of its $150,000 contribution to the Ontario Medical Foundation (OMF), a critical investment that has propelled research efforts to reduce physician burnout and address barriers to equitable health care 1 . The funding has supported three pivotal projects, led by renowned Ontario physicians: Dr. Noah Ivers , MD, PhD, CCFP; Dr. Julie Maggi , MD, MSc, FRCPC, and Dr. Elli Waisbaum, BFA, MES, PhD; and Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam , MD, MHPE, FRCPC, and Dr. Treena Wilkie , MD, FRCPC. Physician burnout remains a pressing issue, with nearly three-quarters of health care providers affected 2 . This crisis not only impacts the well-being of physicians, but can also influence the quality of patient care and the overall health care system [3] . In response to this urgent challenge, Dr.Bill has championed research that explores practical strategies to help alleviate burnout and promote the sustainability of the medical profession. " Dr.Bill is committed to continuing the conversation on burnout and advancing equity-based solutions that support physician well-being," says Sarah Wilkinson , CEO of Dr.Bill . "Our investment in research reflects our dedication to actionable, long-term strategies that support a more resilient medical community and society at-large." "Physician burnout is a serious concern for the sustainability of our health system. It is vital that physicians are in good he...

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