Veterinarian burnout demographics and organizational impacts: a narrative review

Burnout is a work-related syndrome of physical and emotional exhaustion secondary to prolonged, unresolvable occupational stress. Individuals of different demographic cohorts may have disparate experiences of workplace stressors and burnout impacts. Healthcare organizations are adversely affected by burnt out workers through decreased productivity, low morale, suboptimal teamwork, and potential impacts on the quality of patient care. In this second of two companion reviews, the demographics of veterinary burnout and the impacts of burnout on affected individuals and work environments are summarized, before discussing mitigation concepts and their extrapolation for targeted strategies within the veterinary workplace and profession.

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Burnout is a syndrome resulting from prolonged occupational stress, affecting both physical and emotional well-being. Different demographic groups may experience workplace stressors and burnout impacts differently. Burnout among healthcare workers leads to decreased productivity, low morale, poor teamwork, and potential negative effects on patient care quality. This review summarizes the demographics of veterinary burnout, its impact on individuals and work environments, and discusses strategies to mitigate burnout within the veterinary profession.