Decreasing radiologist burnout through informatics-based solutions

Increased performance demands have interacted with suboptimal use of technology and contributed to burnout among radiologists. Although the problem of radiologist burnout has been well documented, there is a gap in the literature in terms of how technology can be better utilized to lessen the proble...

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Published in:Clinical imaging 2020-02, Vol.59 (2), p.167-171
Main Authors: Simon, Andrew F., Holmes, John H., Schwartz, Erin Simon
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Burnout
Burnout, Psychological - prevention & control
Burnout, Psychological - psychology
Employees
Humans
Informatics
Informatics - methods
PACS
Printed materials
Productivity
Radiologists - psychology
Radiology
Technology
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Summary:Increased performance demands have interacted with suboptimal use of technology and contributed to burnout among radiologists. Although the problem of radiologist burnout has been well documented, there is a gap in the literature in terms of how technology can be better utilized to lessen the problem. Informatics-based modifications to existing technology hold the potential to reduce the amount of time radiologists spend on noninterpretive tasks, decrease interruptions, facilitate connections with colleagues, and improve patient care. Examples of successful modifications to technology are presented and discussed in relation to how they contribute to improving workplace engagement among radiologists. •Informatics-based strategies, including efficient use of technology and integration of processes, hold the potential to alter the work environment so radiologists can better engage with their colleagues and their work.
ISSN:0899-7071
1873-4499
DOI:10.1016/j.clinimag.2019.10.014