Burnout is more widespread than you might think—and it doesn't just impact those in healthcare. In this insightful episode, Dr. Michelle Plaster, NP Amber Foster, and guest Dr. Sammy Chang dive into the toll burnout takes across professions and personal lives. Dr. Chang shares his own story of moving from the high-stakes world of the ER to rediscover balance and purpose.

💡 Key Highlights:

• Shocking burnout statistics from healthcare to education.

• The emotional impact burnout has on families and relationships.

• How career misalignment can lead to apathy—and the courage it takes to pivot.

• Steps to recognize and address early signs of burnout.

From emergency rooms to classrooms, the pressures are real, but so are the solutions. Join us as we uncover who burnout really affects and what we can do to combat it. This is part two of our three-part series, leading up to an empowering final episode filled with actionable solutions!

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In this episode of Between Two White Coats, Dr. Michelle Plaster, NP Amber Foster, and our guest, Dr. Sammy Chang, tackle a critical issue: workplace burnout. Dr. Chang, a former ER doctor, shares his journey from experiencing extreme stress in emergency medicine to realizing he needed a healthier work-life balance for himself and his family. Together, they break down what burnout is, identifying it as a cycle where professionals never get to fully release stress, leading to feelings of dread, anger, and emotional exhaustion.

This episode dives into the science behind burnout, explaining it as a prolonged "fight-or-flight" response that never finds resolution. They discuss how this impacts healthcare workers especially, who often shift from crisis to crisis without a pause, but also explore how burnout affects many professions. Dr. Plaster and Amber highlight symptoms like frustration, lack of joy, and difficulty separating work from personal life, pointing out that recognizing burnout is a first step to recovery.

Dr. Chang’s story provides a compelling look at how recognizing burnout can lead to necessary change, offering hope for those feeling trapped by stress. This episode is the first in a three-part series, setting the stage for practical advice on managing burnout and reclaiming balance in upcoming episodes. Tune in to learn more about the signs of burnout and find encouragement to take control of your well-being.

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