Compassion Fatigue

Joy is a state of being that can coexist with challenges and persist during challenging times. It isn't just positive thinking—it's a practical tool for sustainable healthcare practice.

What is part-time for a family doctor these days? My three half days in the clinic seeing patients and doing clinical supervision, becomes almost three full days when you add in the paperwork, chasing up consultants and results, trying to make sure that my vulnerable patients don't fall through the cracks.