Prevalence of burnout syndrome and depression in anesthesiologists of school hospital at the surgical center

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: The presence of Burnout Syndrome (BS) and Depression have been increasing, due the strenuous routines experienced by anesthesiologists. OBJECTIVE: To identify the prevalence of Depression and BS in anesthesiologists and residents of this medical specialty of a School’s Hospital. METHOD: Cross-sectional, descriptive and exploratory study. A total of 51 professionals participated in this study It was used two questionnaires, both self-applied: the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) and Beck Depression Inventory, as well as a interview about the work routine of them. RESULTS: BS was detected in 3 physicians and 5 residents. Furthermore, for depression (24 individuals), mild (4 individuals), moderate (4 individuals) and severe depression (1 individual). CONCLUSION: Although low values are obtained for SB and severe depression, it is important to emphasize that initial signs and symptoms of these pathologies are present in many professionals. Besides that, if the strenuous routine persists it may accentuate or develop the symptons.