Residency Program Director Mock Interview

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Question 24 of 25

As you are likely aware, resident burnout has become more prevalent in recent years. Have you thought about tactics to help your residents have productive and fulfilling years of training?

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Ryan Brunner
Ryan Brunner

Ryan Brunner has over ten years of experience recruiting, interviewing, and hiring candidates in the healthcare, public service, and private manufacturing/distribution industries.

Depending on the specific medical specialty, recent studies have shown that burnout rates among residents can range from around 25% all the way to an alarming 75% rate. The long working hours and demanding clinical schedules can cause the most focused and intent residents to stress and burn out quickly. As the potential next leader of their program, your interview team is hoping to hear that you have put some thought into this and pondered some strategies on how to keep the residents of the program engaged and motivated in the toughest times. Remember that as their residency program director, being a solid leader and promoter of other faculty having a positive influence on the residents will be key.

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