The mental health of health care professionals

The World

Health care professional burnout has been a long-standing and overlooked issue in hospitals around the world, even before the coronavirus. But these days, the risks of burnout have become even more severe, threatening the well-being of patients and medical professionals alike. Host Marco Werman speaks with Dr. Beth Lown, chief medical officer at The Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare. 

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