More Than Half of Doctors Are Burnt Out - Here's Why

More than half of doctors worldwide are experiencing burnout and it’s not because they’re weak, lazy, or “can’t cope.”

In this video, I break down the real reasons behind physician burnout, using current research and data, including why certain specialties are more affected than others, how systemic pressures play a role, and why burnout is deeply linked to loss of purpose and autonomy in medicine.

As a medical doctor working in high-intensity clinical environments, I’ve seen burnout up close in colleagues, in departments, and at times, in myself. This video isn’t about blame. It’s about understanding the problem properly so we can start addressing it.

We’ll cover:
– What burnout actually is (and what it isn’t)
– Why more than 50% of doctors are affected
– Which medical specialties are at highest risk
– The link between burnout, meaning, and purpose
– What needs to change, personally and systemically

Whether you’re a doctor, healthcare worker, or simply curious about the realities of modern medicine, I hope this video gives you clarity and maybe a sense that you’re not alone.

📚 Research referenced includes large-scale physician burnout studies and healthcare workforce data.

💬 I’d love to hear your thoughts, what do you think contributes most to burnout in medicine today?

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