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TITLE: Evaluation of the current state of burnout among clinical pharmacists
AUTHORS: S Kisala, S Boyko, R Hollis, K Quairoli, S Ye, A May
OBJECTIVE: Determine the current prevalence of burnout and demographic characteristics among clinical pharmacists.
SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTION: What is the current prevalence of burnout among clinical pharmacists?
BACKGROUND: The World Health Organization (WHO) categorized burnout as a syndrome officially added to the International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision (ICD-10) compendium in 2019. Burnout is characterized by emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal accomplishment. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered the healthcare landscape, potentially impacting burnout levels. While it has been widely studied among healthcare professionals, research on clinical pharmacists and clinical pharmacy specialists remains limited. It is still being determined if the unique challenges clinical pharmacists face during and after the pandemic have influenced the prevalence and severity of burnout in this group.
METHODOLOGY: This cross-sectional descriptive survey examined burnout among clinical pharmacists and clinical pharmacist specialists in the United States. Eligible participants were full-time pharmacists spending over 50% of their time in direct patient care, while those with less than one year of experience post-training or in part-time roles were excluded. A survey, developed using validated demographic and burnout assessment tools, including the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI), was reviewed by a focus group for clarity. Distribution initially targeted the Vizient Pharmacy Network but expanded to include the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) to ensure broader reach. The survey remained open from August 1 to September 19, 2024, with weekly reminders posted. Burnout was assessed using MBI-defined thresholds for emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal achievement, with demographic and job-specific factors examined as potential contributors. Descriptive statistics summarized participant characteristics, and chi-square tests, along with odds ratios, were used to assess associations between burnout and relevant factors, with statistical significance set at p < 0.05.
RESULTS: A total of 401 clinical pharmacists met the inclusion criteria and completed the survey, with most respondents being female (77.6%), white (82.8%), and having over 10 years of experience (65.3%). The overall burnout rate was 78%, with 30% of participants reporting high emotional exhaustion, 62% high depersonalization, and 54% low personal accomplishment. Burnout was present in one, two, and all three dimensions in 29%, 30%, and 19% of respondents, respectively. Emergency medicine pharmacists exhibited the highest burnout rates (94%), with 47% experiencing high emotional exhaustion, 81% high depersonalization, and 75% low personal accomplishment. Conversely, ambulatory care pharmacists exhibited lower rates of burnout (68%) overall, with 18% experiencing high emotional exhaustion, 55% high depersonalization, and 34% low personal accomplishment. Work
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Emergency Medicine, SJCH3St. Joseph's/Candler Health System (Emergency Medicine)PGY2
After graduating from the University of Georgia College of Pharmacy in 2007 and PGY1 pharmacy residency at St. Joseph's/Candler in Savannah, Georgia, in 2008, I developed the Emergency Medicine Pharmacy positions and practice at St. Joseph's/Candler. I have been practicing as an Emergency...
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PGY-1 Pharmacy Resident, Grady Memorial Hospital
Sydney Kisala, PharmD is a PGY-1 pharmacy resident at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA. Originally from Atlanta, she is excited to continue serving her hometown and has early committed to stay on for a PGY-2 in critical care. She completed both her undergraduate and Doctor of...
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