Giving Doctors What They Need to Avoid Burnout

What does it take to build a clinical team that both meets performance goals and offers physicians sustainable, rewarding jobs? In this piece, the authors describe recent research that suggests that it is possible to strike a healthy balance — but only with intentional, intelligent leadership. Specifically, the authors argue that health care leaders should pursue two key strategies: First, build an environment that rewards strong teams, rather than individual performance. Second, focus on cultivating leadership skills at all levels within the organization. With effective leadership, health care institutions can productivity, cost-effectiveness, and doctor satisfaction.