Burnout, wellbeing and how they relate: A qualitative study in general practice trainees.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Although research has explored burnout risk factors among medical trainees, there has been little exploration of the personal experiences and perceptions of this phenomenon. Similarly, there has been little theoretical consideration of trainee wellbeing and how this relates to burnout. Our study aimed to conceptualise both constructs.

Method

We situated this study within a post-positivist epistemology using grounded theory to guide the research process. Participants were recruited from one Australian General Practice training organisation. Fourteen trainees completed interviews, while a further five focus groups explored the views of 33 supervisors, educators and training coordinators. Data collection and analysis occurred concurrently, drawing upon constant comparis

SUBMITTER: Prentice S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10086955 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature