1. UPMC Neurosurgical Wellness Program
Robert M. Friedlander, MD, MA
Walter E. Dandy Professor
Chairman Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh
Head of Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery
Co-Director, UPMC Neurological Institute
Joseph Maroon, MD, FACS Clinical Professor and Vice Chairman Dept of Neurosurgery UPMC Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience Team Neurosurgeon, Pittsburgh Steelers
Brian Jankowitz, MD
Assistant Professor Co-Director, Endovascular Therapy Director, Neuroendovascular Fellowship Program
William J. Ares, MD
PGY-6 Neurosurgery Resident
Dept of Neurosurgery UPMC
Jeff Bost PAC
L. Dade Lunsford, MD
Lars Leksell Professor and Distinguished Professor at the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh

2. Results: The overall burnout rate was 56.7%.
Conclusions: The rates of burnout and career satisfaction were both high in this survey study of US neurosurgeons.
The negative effects of burnout on the lives of surgeons, patients, and their families require further study and probably necessitate the development of interventional programs at local, regional, and even national levels.

4. Relationships
Spirituality
Work
Physical

6. UPMC Neurosurgery Wellness Program
Baseline Assessments
21 respondents of 29 residents (72%)
33% have seen PCP in the past year
70% have seen a dentist in the past year
Maslach Burnout Inventory
61% of residents meet criteria for burnout in one or two subsections
Multidimensional Scale of Percieved Social Support
95% of residents report high level of support from family/friends/significant others

7. Wellness Program - Goal
To prevent and reduce burnout, increase the general health and wellness of neurosurgery residents and faculty by: • Monitor markers of physical and psychological health • Improving work/life balance • Decreasing psychological stress • Increasing social support through activities and mentorship

8. Wellness Program - Components
Physical Health
Baseline physical health assessment
Gym memberships for all residents; weekly group fitness activities
Special Hours with PCP and Dentist through Dept. of Medicine and School of Dentistry
Lecture Series – Fitness, Nutrition
Matching donations to provide fresh fruit in resident lounge
Psychological Health
Renewed focus on mentorship
Lecture series: Life Solutions, Time Management, Mindfulness, Resiliency