133 - PMRPEG: Effectiveness of an organizational wellbeing resource on physiatrist engagement and fulfillment.

The quality initiative seeks to enhance the wellbeing of physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians through the implementation of a small group discussion model, which has demonstrated effectiveness in improving physician wellbeing in another medical department.

Design:

We conducted a baseline wellbeing assessment using the Stanford Fulfillment Index among physiatrists in our department, identifying areas where scores fell below the mean. In response, we implemented a physician engagement group model utilizing a Mayo Clinic enterprise-wide wellbeing resource proven to enhance physician wellbeing. This semiformal, monthly gathering, held after hours, involved a meal partially funded by the institution and 15 minutes of structured discussion based on a curriculum aimed at reducing burnout and improving job satisfaction. After six months, participants completed a follow-up survey to assess the program's impact.

Results: Scores showed improvement, with all participants achieving a professional fulfillment score above 3.

Conclusions: Organizational commitment to wellbeing significantly enhances physicians' sense of being valued and increases workplace satisfaction. Prior studies have shown that the cost of these interventions is substantially lower than the expenses associated with addressing physician burnout. Based on our results we plan to continue the physician engagement group with periodic . monitoring of the program.