Joel F Burt-Miller, Mina Rismani, Alexis Hopkins, Taylor Cunningham, Daniel Farquharson, Ana Gabriela Balcázar, Renee J Chosed, Brooks McPhail, Lisa Green, Melanie C Gordon, Ann Blair Kennedy
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND: Healthcare providers experience higher rates of workplace burnout, a reality highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. In response, small groups, inspired by South African philosophy, Ubuntu , were introduced to decrease burnout and social isolation and build community and belonging. This study examines how participation in these groups can impact these measures. METHODS: In this mixed-methods study, trained facilitators led small groups that utilized story-sharing to foster connections within the group and broader community...
March 18, 2024: Medical Teacher