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Episode Introduction:

The rates of physician and medical student burnout, depression and suicide have been on the rise for many years, and the pandemic is only accelerating these rates. The pressures start early and only continue throughout the professional journey. Tune in to learn more about the importance of taking care of your full self (mind, body and spirit), mentors and peer-to-peer support, advocating for systemic changes, and reducing the stigma on mental health and treatment.

Episode Summary:

In today's episode of POMA DOes… second-year medical student Bailey Reale sits down with emergency medicine physician Chadd Kraus, DO and psychiatrist Elizabeth Ramsey, DO to discuss physician suicide. They explore the culture of medicine and its impact on physician wellness, coping strategies, and ways to reduce the stigma on mental health.

Key Takeaways:

• You need to take care of yourself (mind, body and spirit) in order to take the best care of your patients.
• Physicians who are getting mental health treatment successfully can practice medicine.
• The stigma of mental health and behavioral health is real and we must be part of the change.
• Everyone can help prevent physician suicide: learn the signs, be open and willing to have a conversation, understand the barriers, and share resources that can help those in distress.

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