The University of New Mexico Radiology Department is committed to the wellbeing of each of our resident and faculty physicians. It is well known that radiologists are at risk for burnout and its deleterious effects on patient care and physician wellbeing. The UNM Radiology department has taken steps to support resident and faculty wellness by developing a wellness committee. The committee includes residents, fellows and faculty.
To nurture the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes to thrive beyond radiology.
Objective:
The entire residency takes part in continuous training through didactic sessions to gain a deeper understanding of who, what, why of burnout. We also explore various ways that each individual can take to prevent and mitigate against burnout.
We believe that the working environment is a strong contributor to stress and its effects.
Objective:
The entire department takes part in quarterly or semiannual Rounding where the leader takes account of the various systems, software or equipment that prevents efficiency in our practice.
We believe that work-life integration is of the utmost importance.
Objective, the faculty and residency will develop stronger ties with each other
Senior residents can volunteer to take call for a junior resident.
The department will develop strong ties with staff and colleagues.
Radiology residents are volunteering their time and skills to help Medicine and Emergency residents in their clinical or educational activities.
The committee selects a resident, faculty or staff to thank for their contributions to the department
