4th Year Advanced Endoscopy Fellows Program | October 2021-Pursuing Work-Life Balance

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Video Summary

In this video, a group of individuals from different universities discuss the topic of work-life balance and sustaining a career. They share their thoughts and experiences on setting boundaries with work and managing patient expectations. The importance of taking time off and engaging in activities outside of work is also emphasized. The speakers discuss strategies such as scheduling time for oneself, setting boundaries with emails and calls, and finding passions outside of medicine. They acknowledge the systemic issues that contribute to burnout and emphasize the need for leadership and cultural changes within institutions. The group recognizes the challenges faced in academia compared to private practice when it comes to implementing these changes. They stress the importance of finding a practice or institution that values work-life balance and supports its physicians. Overall, the video highlights the importance of establishing a healthy work-life balance and offers strategies for achieving it.

Keywords

work-life balance

sustaining a career

setting boundaries with work

managing patient expectations

taking time off

engaging in activities outside of work