Lessons for Work-Life Wellness in Academic Medicine: Parts 1-3.

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Lessons for Work-Life Wellness in Academic Medicine: Parts 1-3.

July 26, 2023

Kans J Med. 2023;16:153-171.

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The well-being of the healthcare workforce is known to impact care delivery. This article series draws from front-line scenarios to illustrate how a wide range or personal and professional challenges intersect to affect patient safety. Topics covered in the presented cases include work-life integration, gender discrimination and clinical mistakes.

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