Your article (Physician Burnout Doubles Chances of Patient Safety Problems, Study Finds, Sept. 14) is deeply sad, but not surprising. At MDDUS, a UK-wide medical defense union, we have seen an increase in the number of doctors calling our helpline to discuss the impact of burnout and the relentless pressure they continue to be under after the pandemic. .
We surveyed nearly 2,000 of our members earlier in the year, and this revealed that more than half of healthcare professionals were considering early retirement or leaving. They cited increased workload, mental health and wellness, and staff shortages as the main reasons.
Stress levels have reached an almost unsustainable point in health personnel. doctors Recognition, tranquility and realism on the part of the government are urgently needed. The new health secretary must prioritize swift action to tackle burnout and prevent NHS doctors from leaving.
naeem nazem
Head of the medical division, Scottish Medical and Dental Defense Union
