200 Participants NeededMy employer runs this trial

Leadership Training for Physician Well-Being

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Overseen ByColette N Ndjom
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Academic
Sponsor: Methodist Health System
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial examines how leadership training affects doctors' well-being. It seeks to determine if organizational changes can enhance doctors' well-being and performance, regardless of their leadership roles. Doctors working in the Methodist Health System who can read and write in English and are willing to participate are eligible for the trial.

As an unphased trial, this study provides doctors with a unique opportunity to contribute to improving workplace environments and their own well-being.

Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

Why are researchers excited about this trial?

Researchers are excited about this trial because it explores how organizational interventions aimed at physician development can enhance physician well-being. Unlike traditional approaches that focus on individual stress management or counseling, this trial looks at systemic changes within healthcare organizations to support physicians. The unique angle here is the emphasis on leadership training and development as a way to improve overall well-being, which could lead to more sustainable and widespread improvements across the healthcare system. This approach could potentially redefine how we address physician burnout by targeting its root causes within the work environment.

What evidence suggests that this organizational intervention is effective for physician well-being?

This trial will evaluate the impact of organizational interventions for physician development on well-being. Research has shown that programs designed to help doctors develop their skills can enhance their well-being. Studies have found that leadership training increases job satisfaction and reduces stress among doctors. By using proven methods, these programs have successfully prevented burnout and improved doctors' mental health. Leadership training helps doctors build skills that enhance work performance and overall happiness, promoting a healthier and more supportive work environment.12345

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for physicians over 18 years old who are currently licensed and practicing at Methodist Health System. They must be able to read and understand English, as well as give their consent to participate. Physicians not meeting these criteria cannot join the study.

Inclusion Criteria

Be a current licensed physician practicing at Methodist Health System (MHS)
Literate in English
Able and willing to provide consent

Exclusion Criteria

Unable or unwilling to provide consent
I am under 18 years old.
I cannot read or write in English.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Intervention

Evaluate the impact of organizational interventions for physician development on wellbeing

3 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for job satisfaction, stress, and burnout levels after intervention

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Evaluate the impact of organizational interventions for physician development on wellbeing

Trial Overview

The study is looking into how leadership training programs affect doctors' wellbeing. It compares the wellness of those with formal leadership roles against those without, focusing on whether such interventions can reduce burnout.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Physicians in Methodist Health System (MHS)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Methodist Health System

Lead Sponsor

Trials
156
Recruited
4,826,000+

Citations

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