What question did this study set out to answer?

To investigate the level of burnout among oncology professionals in the United States.

Prevalence of Burnout in the U.S. Oncology Community: Results of a 2003 Survey

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Survey reveals high burnout rates in oncology physicians, highlighting causes and potential solutions.

To investigate the level of burnout among oncology professionals in the United States.
Survey conducted among 7,715 oncology physicians via e-mail and meetings.
22-question survey focused on personal burnout and perceptions of burnout.
Data analyzed using multivariate analyses including logistic regression.
61.7% of respondents reported feelings of burnout.
Main signs of burnout included frustration (78%), emotional exhaustion (69%), and lack of satisfaction (50%).
Significant associations identified between burnout and hours spent on patient care and number of educational meetings attended.

Allegra et al. (2005) studied this question.

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