Moral Distress and Occupational Burnout in US Physicians

In this survey study, moral distress was common among physicians and experienced at higher rates than the general US working population. Understanding the differences between moral distress and burnout may allow organizations to more effectively implement interventions to address both concerns among clinicians.

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JAMA Network Open
Published
2026-03-24
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https://doi.org/10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2026.3161
Primary Topic
Ethics in medical practice
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Moral Distress and Occupational Burnout in US Physicians

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Ethics in medical practice
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Moral Distress and Occupational Burnout in US Physicians

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Abstract

In this survey study, moral distress was common among physicians and experienced at higher rates than the general US working population. Understanding the differences between moral distress and burnout may allow organizations to more effectively implement interventions to address both concerns among clinicians.

JAMA Network OpenVol. 9(3)
Mayo Clinic (US), American Medical Association (US), Palo Alto University (US), Merrimack College (US), University of Colorado Denver (US), Stanford University (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 13%
Ethics in medical practice
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