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LBA70_PR The impact of COVID-19 on oncology professionals: Initial results of the ESMO resilience task force survey collaboration
No full textThe impact of the COVID-19 (CV-19) pandemic on wellbeing has the potential for serious negative consequences on work, home life and patient care. The ESMO Resilience Task Force collaboration set out to investigate wellbeing in oncology over time since CV-19
The Impact of COVID-19 on Oncology Professionals: Initial Results of the ESMO Resilience Task Force Survey Collaboration
No full textThe impact of the COVID-19 (CV-19) pandemic on wellbeing has the potential for serious negative consequences on work, home life and patient care. The ESMO Resilience Task Force collaboration set out to investigate wellbeing in oncology over time since CV-19
ESMO Resilience Task Force recommendations to manage psychosocial risks, optimise well-being, and reduce burnout in oncology
Get PDFBACKGROUND: Burnout in health care professionals (HCPs) results from exposure to psychosocial risks at work. Left unaddressed, burnout can lead to chronic health problems, increased staff turnover, reduced work hours, absenteeism, and early retirement from clinical practice, thus impacting patient care. The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force (RTF) was established in December 2019 to support the well-being of oncology HCPs globally. This ESMO RTF position paper aims to provide a set of recommendations to optimise well-being and mitigate burnout in oncology, and to help individuals and institutions maintain the delivery of optimal cancer care.DESIGN: Recommendations were developed by a diverse multinational panel of interprofessional experts based on the key findings from three previously reported ESMO RTF surveys.RESULTS: Several recurrent work-related psychosocial risks in oncology were identified; in particular, concerns about workload and professional development. The need for flexible work patterns, continued use of virtual resources, well-being resources, and targeted support for at-risk groups were highlighted as key considerations to safeguard HCPs' health and prevent burnout. In total, 11 recommendations relating to three priority themes were developed: (i) information and training; (ii) resources; (iii) activism and advocacy.CONCLUSION: Optimising the well-being of oncology HCPs is essential for the provision of high-quality, sustainable care for patients globally. The ESMO RTF will continue its mission and is rolling out several initiatives and activities to support the implementation of these recommendations.</p
ESMO Resilience Task Force recommendations to manage psychosocial risks, optimise well-being, and reduce burnout in oncology
Get PDFBurnout; Oncology professionals; Psychosocial riskBurnout; Profesionales oncológicos; Riesgo psicosocialBurnout; Professionals oncològics; Risc psicosocialBackground
Burnout in health care professionals (HCPs) results from exposure to psychosocial risks at work. Left unaddressed, burnout can lead to chronic health problems, increased staff turnover, reduced work hours, absenteeism, and early retirement from clinical practice, thus impacting patient care. The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force (RTF) was established in December 2019 to support the well-being of oncology HCPs globally. This ESMO RTF position paper aims to provide a set of recommendations to optimise well-being and mitigate burnout in oncology, and to help individuals and institutions maintain the delivery of optimal cancer care.
Design
Recommendations were developed by a diverse multinational panel of interprofessional experts based on the key findings from three previously reported ESMO RTF surveys.
Results
Several recurrent work-related psychosocial risks in oncology were identified; in particular, concerns about workload and professional development. The need for flexible work patterns, continued use of virtual resources, well-being resources, and targeted support for at-risk groups were highlighted as key considerations to safeguard HCPs’ health and prevent burnout. In total, 11 recommendations relating to three priority themes were developed: (i) information and training; (ii) resources; (iii) activism and advocacy.
Conclusion
Optimising the well-being of oncology HCPs is essential for the provision of high-quality, sustainable care for patients globally. The ESMO RTF will continue its mission and is rolling out several initiatives and activities to support the implementation of these recommendations
ESMO Resilience Task Force recommendations to manage psychosocial risks, optimise well-being, and reduce burnout in oncology
Get PDFBackground Burnout in health care professionals (HCPs) results from exposure to psychosocial risks at work. Left unaddressed, burnout can lead to chronic health problems, increased staff turnover, reduced work hours, absenteeism, and early retirement from clinical practice, thus impacting patient care. The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force (RTF) was established in December 2019 to support the well-being of oncology HCPs globally. This ESMO RTF position paper aims to provide a set of recommendations to optimise well-being and mitigate burnout in oncology, and to help individuals and institutions maintain the delivery of optimal cancer care. Design Recommendations were developed by a diverse multinational panel of interprofessional experts based on the key findings from three previously reported ESMO RTF surveys. Results Several recurrent work-related psychosocial risks in oncology were identified; in particular, concerns about workload and professional development. The need for flexible work patterns, continued use of virtual resources, well-being resources, and targeted support for at-risk groups were highlighted as key considerations to safeguard HCPs’ health and prevent burnout. In total, 11 recommendations relating to three priority themes were developed: (i) information and training; (ii) resources; (iii) activism and advocacy. Conclusion Optimising the well-being of oncology HCPs is essential for the provision of high-quality, sustainable care for patients globally. The ESMO RTF will continue its mission and is rolling out several initiatives and activities to support the implementation of these recommendations
The impact of COVID-19 on oncology professionals: results of the ESMO Resilience Task Force survey collaboration
Get PDFBackground
The impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on well-being has the potential for serious negative consequences on work, home life, and patient care. The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force collaboration set out to investigate well-being in oncology over time since COVID-19.
Methods
Two online anonymous surveys were conducted (survey I: April/May 2020; survey II: July/August 2020). Statistical analyses were performed to examine group differences, associations, and predictors of key outcomes: (i) well-being/distress [expanded Well-being Index (eWBI; 9 items)]; (ii) burnout (1 item from eWBI); (iii) job performance since COVID-19 (JP-CV; 2 items).
Results
Responses from survey I (1520 participants from 101 countries) indicate that COVID-19 is impacting oncology professionals; in particular, 25% of participants indicated being at risk of distress (poor well-being, eWBI ≥ 4), 38% reported feeling burnout, and 66% reported not being able to perform their job compared with the pre-COVID-19 period. Higher JP-CV was associated with better well-being and not feeling burnout (P < 0.01). Differences were seen in well-being and JP-CV between countries (P < 0.001) and were related to country COVID-19 crude mortality rate (P < 0.05). Consistent predictors of well-being, burnout, and JP-CV were psychological resilience and changes to work hours. In survey II, among 272 participants who completed both surveys, while JP-CV improved (38% versus 54%, P < 0.001), eWBI scores ≥4 and burnout rates were significantly higher compared with survey I (22% versus 31%, P = 0.01; and 35% versus 49%, P = 0.001, respectively), suggesting well-being and burnout have worsened over a 3-month period during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conclusion
In the first and largest global survey series, COVID-19 is impacting well-being and job performance of oncology professionals. JP-CV has improved but risk of distress and burnout has increased over time. Urgent measures to address well-being and improve resilience are essential
The impact of COVID-19 on oncology professionals : results of the ESMO Resilience Task Force survey collaboration
Get PDFBACKGROUND: The impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on well-being has the potential for serious negative consequences on work, home life, and patient care. The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force collaboration set out to investigate well-being in oncology over time since COVID-19. METHODS: Two online anonymous surveys were conducted (survey I: April/May 2020; survey II: July/August 2020). Statistical analyses were performed to examine group differences, associations, and predictors of key outcomes: (i) well-being/distress [expanded Well-being Index (eWBI; 9 items)]; (ii) burnout (1 item from eWBI); (iii) job performance since COVID-19 (JP-CV; 2 items). RESULTS: Responses from survey I (1520 participants from 101 countries) indicate that COVID-19 is impacting oncology professionals; in particular, 25% of participants indicated being at risk of distress (poor well-being, eWBI ≥ 4), 38% reported feeling burnout, and 66% reported not being able to perform their job compared with the pre-COVID-19 period. Higher JP-CV was associated with better well-being and not feeling burnout (P < 0.01). Differences were seen in well-being and JP-CV between countries (P < 0.001) and were related to country COVID-19 crude mortality rate (P < 0.05). Consistent predictors of well-being, burnout, and JP-CV were psychological resilience and changes to work hours. In survey II, among 272 participants who completed both surveys, while JP-CV improved (38% versus 54%, P < 0.001), eWBI scores ≥4 and burnout rates were significantly higher compared with survey I (22% versus 31%, P = 0.01; and 35% versus 49%, P = 0.001, respectively), suggesting well-being and burnout have worsened over a 3-month period during the COVID-19 pandemic. CONCLUSION: In the first and largest global survey series, COVID-19 is impacting well-being and job performance of oncology professionals. JP-CV has improved but risk of distress and burnout has increased over time. Urgent measures to address well-being and improve resilience are essential
Oncology professionals' perceptions and recommendations to improve well-being and health at work in times of crisis: qualitative thematic analysis from the ESMO Resilience Task Force survey series
Get PDFCOVID-19; Oncologists; Bell-beingCOVID-19; Oncólogos; BienestarCOVID-19; Oncòlegs; BenestarBackground
The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force (RTF) was established to address burnout and well-being issues among oncology professionals. In this article, we present findings on shared perceptions and recommendations to support and improve oncology professionals’ well-being and health at work.
Materials and methods
Inductive thematic analysis of qualitative responses from three global ESMO RTF surveys (2020-2021) was conducted using Braun and Clarke’s six-step approach. Open-ended questions elicited suggestions, including descriptions of ‘pleasant physical working conditions’ in the third survey. Respondents (n = 989) were gender-balanced, from 90 countries, with half practising in Europe. Most were of white ethnicity, worked in medical oncology, and had over 10 years of experience.
Results
Six main themes described help and support needs from oncology professionals: training, education, information and learning; well-being; activism and advocacy; financial support; safety; and opportunities and career. Six additional themes described factors contributing to a ‘pleasant physical working environment’: physical working environment; working conditions and job role; safety; well-being and coping; working relations and support from others; and career and professional development.
Conclusions
This is the largest global qualitative analysis of oncology professionals’ needs during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, offering actionable recommendations for ESMO and other stakeholders to address work-related issues. Addressing these needs can foster resilience, improve working conditions, and promote better health and well-being
Oncology professionals’ perceptions and recommendations to improve wellbeing and health at work in times of crisis : Qualitative thematic analysis from the ESMO Resilience Task Force survey series
Get PDFBACKGROUND: The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force (RTF) was established to address burnout and well-being issues among oncology professionals. In this article, we present findings on shared perceptions and recommendations to support and improve oncology professionals' well-being and health at work. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Inductive thematic analysis of qualitative responses from three global ESMO RTF surveys (2020-2021) was conducted using Braun and Clarke's six-step approach. Open-ended questions elicited suggestions, including descriptions of 'pleasant physical working conditions' in the third survey. Respondents (n = 989) were gender-balanced, from 90 countries, with half practising in Europe. Most were of white ethnicity, worked in medical oncology, and had over 10 years of experience. RESULTS: Six main themes described help and support needs from oncology professionals: training, education, information and learning; well-being; activism and advocacy; financial support; safety; and opportunities and career. Six additional themes described factors contributing to a 'pleasant physical working environment': physical working environment; working conditions and job role; safety; well-being and coping; working relations and support from others; and career and professional development. CONCLUSIONS: This is the largest global qualitative analysis of oncology professionals' needs during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, offering actionable recommendations for ESMO and other stakeholders to address work-related issues. Addressing these needs can foster resilience, improve working conditions, and promote better health and well-being
Oncology professionals' perceptions and recommendations to improve well-being and health at work in times of crisis:qualitative thematic analysis from the ESMO Resilience Task Force survey series
No full textBACKGROUND: The European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Resilience Task Force (RTF) was established to address burnout and well-being issues among oncology professionals. In this article, we present findings on shared perceptions and recommendations to support and improve oncology professionals' well-being and health at work.MATERIALS AND METHODS: Inductive thematic analysis of qualitative responses from three global ESMO RTF surveys (2020-2021) was conducted using Braun and Clarke's six-step approach. Open-ended questions elicited suggestions, including descriptions of 'pleasant physical working conditions' in the third survey. Respondents (n = 989) were gender-balanced, from 90 countries, with half practising in Europe. Most were of white ethnicity, worked in medical oncology, and had over 10 years of experience.RESULTS: Six main themes described help and support needs from oncology professionals: training, education, information and learning; well-being; activism and advocacy; financial support; safety; and opportunities and career. Six additional themes described factors contributing to a 'pleasant physical working environment': physical working environment; working conditions and job role; safety; well-being and coping; working relations and support from others; and career and professional development.CONCLUSIONS: This is the largest global qualitative analysis of oncology professionals' needs during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, offering actionable recommendations for ESMO and other stakeholders to address work-related issues. Addressing these needs can foster resilience, improve working conditions, and promote better health and well-being.</p
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