In my practice many clinicians report mounting stress stemming from the ever-increasing administrative requirements. They complain (understandably) that their autonomy as clinical professionals has been hijacked by regulations and the “No”-set mentality of administrators.
My clients report spending too many hours per week navigating complex regulations. In addition, the advent of computerization in the exam room has put technology between themselves and their patients. Sadly, doctors find themselves staring at a screen rather than making eye contact with their patients.
One recurring theme among my clients is a longing for the days when they were able to interact with patients while taking notes (“simpler times…”). Most say that a primary reason they became physicians was to engage with their patients in a meaningful way.
Whether bureaucratic changes are good, bad, or neutral is a matter of opinion. However, what’s beyond dispute is that the provider’s job experience has been significantly affected by bureaucracy.
For many, the outcomes from these changes include decreasing satisfaction and increased stress.
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