Framed And Reframed! The Art Of Using Cognitive Behavioral Techniques To Combat Burnout

Tara Catanzano, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
Shahrzad Azizaddini, University of Missouri
M. Jane Clayton, LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Theresa Pham, The University of Utah
Sosamma T. Methratta, Penn State College of Medicine
Michael D.C. Fishman, Boston University School of Medicine
Franklin G. Moser, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
N. Reed Dunnick, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Abstract

The incidence of burnout among radiologists has been increasing exponentially, largely attributed to increased work volumes, expectations for more rapid turn-around times and decreasing interpersonal interactions. While personal wellness activities have been described in the literature, there is little information on the role of cognitive behavioral therapy strategies to mitigate burnout. This manuscript will describe the value of naming automatic negative emotions which can lead to burnout and will provide an overview of strategies that can be used to combat them, using cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.