The SVS is working for you on burnout

We encourage everyone to stay tuned for periodic Vascular Specialist “Wellness Features” and to attend the Wellness Session at the 2019 VAM for interim progress that will feature the following discussions.

• (Re)Finding a meaningful career in vascular surgery.
• Ergonomic challenges to the vascular surgeon and strategies to mitigate the resulting threat of disability.
• EMR best practices to optimize efficiency.
• The role of peer support in vascular surgery, including the mitigation of second victim syndrome.

Surgeon burnout is a real threat to our workforce and the well-being of our colleagues and friends. Risk factors are multifactorial and will require broad, system-level change. The SVS remains fully committed to enhancing vascular surgeon wellness and this Task Force is grateful for your ongoing engagement and support.

Dr. Coleman is an associate professor of vascular surgery at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.