Occupational Health Risks of Practicing Medicine

Physicians are privileged. We are highly educated, work in a profession of our own choosing, and are almost universally employed and well paid. We share in the most intimate moments of our patients’ lives. We find meaning in our work serving others. We can focus our careers on patient care, research, teaching, administration, or a combination of these domains. We have the opportunity to continually learn and grow. Our privilege comes with a high...