Special report: suicidal ideation among American surgeons
TD Shanafelt, CM Balch, L Dyrbye…�- Archives of�…, 2011 - jamanetwork.com
Background Suicide is a disproportionate cause of death for US physicians. The prevalence
of suicidal ideation (SI) among surgeons and their use of mental health resources are
unknown. Study Design Members of the American College of Surgeons were sent an
anonymous cross-sectional survey in June 2008. The survey included questions regarding
SI and use of mental health resources, a validated depression screening tool, and
standardized assessments of burnout and quality of life. Results Of 7905 participating�…
of suicidal ideation (SI) among surgeons and their use of mental health resources are
unknown. Study Design Members of the American College of Surgeons were sent an
anonymous cross-sectional survey in June 2008. The survey included questions regarding
SI and use of mental health resources, a validated depression screening tool, and
standardized assessments of burnout and quality of life. Results Of 7905 participating�…