The escalating clinical workload and suboptimal working conditions within the Indian healthcare system have rendered physicians increasingly vulnerable to burnout. A rigorous understanding of its prevalence and determinants is imperative, not only to safeguard clinician well-being but also to sustain a resilient workforce capable of delivering equitable, high-quality care. While the pervasive burden of physician burnout is well established, with its toll on mental health, professional fulfillment, and workforce sustainability, the translational impact on patient care outcomes remains a challenge.
Evidence from multiple empirical investigations suggests that burnout may compromise the reliability of clinical performance. Impact of burnout Physicians experiencing burnout demonstrate a higher incidence of involvement in patient safety events and frequently underperform on core…
