Physicians have more than four times greater odds of experiencing moral distress than the general U.S. working population.
An AMA survey of more than 9,000 individuals showed nearly 40% of physicians report high levels of moral distress, yet most U.S. adults experience none at their occupation.
Physicians who reported high levels of moral distress had a significantly higher likelihood of burnout symptoms and intent to leave the profession.
“Physicians want to do what they believe is right for patients. That’s what we want all health care professionals to do, prioritize patient care,” Michael A.