Prevalence and Risk Factors of Burnout Among Female Oncologists From the Middle East and North Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Burnout (BO) is a recognized challenge among the oncology workforce. It affects both genders with a higher frequency among women. This study examined the factors contributing to the development of burnout among female oncologists from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Methods

An online cross-sectional survey was distributed to oncology professionals from different countries in the MENA region. The validated Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) of emotional exhaustion (EE), Depersonalization (DE), and Personal Achievement (PA) plus questions about demography/work-related factors and attitudes toward oncology were included. Data were analyzed to measure BO prevalence and related factors.

Results

Between 10 February and 15 March 2020, 545 responses were subm

SUBMITTER: Abusanad A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8980775 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature