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Dr. Ivan Zak released the first results of the Burnout Survey, conducted as part of his MBA dissertation. The survey reveals some predictable outcomes, proving that burnout is one of the more important issues negatively affecting the veterinary profession.
Zak found a disturbing direct correlation between the age of the respondents and the burnout rate. Professionals in younger age groups showed the most burnout among veterinary professionals, were less enthusiastic and more physically exhausted than their peers in other age groups.
Source: Veterinary Integration Solutions, October 21, 2020. Link.
<the findings> are alarming because in general, the veterinarian population is young. For example, 38 percent of U.S. vets are age 40 and under. The reason for higher burnout can be that the younger generation places more emphasis on the work-life balance. It’s harder for them to handle long hours or experience frustration from other factors such as the lack of control when dealing with problems at work.” – Ivan Zak, DVM
INSIGHTS: Zak’s results reinforce what animal health pros at all levels are experiencing daily. As an industry we are fortunate to have more demand overall. Accepting the industry demand and implementing strategies versus temporary tactics will dominate the challenges remaining in 2020 and into 2021.