Burnout Among Labor and Birth Providers in Northern Tanzania: A Mixed-Methods Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Burnout, characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a diminished sense of accomplishment, is a serious problem among healthcare workers. Burnout negatively impacts provider well-being, patient outcomes, and healthcare systems globally and is especially worrisome in settings with shortages of healthcare workers and resources.

Methods

This study explores the experience of burnout among labor and delivery (L&D) providers in Tanzania, using three data sources. A structured assessment of burnout was collected at four timepoints from a sample of 60 L&D providers in 6 clinics. The same providers participated in an interactive group activity from which we drew observational prevalence data. Finally, we conducted in-depth interviews (IDIs) with 15 provid

SUBMITTER: Marchand V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12039629 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature