Tag: burnt out
When “Yes” Becomes Automatic: People Pleasing in Health Care
By Taryn Doherty-Majewski, OD
Psychologists describe people-pleasing as a pattern rooted in empathy, agreeableness and a desire for harmony—traits that women consistently score higher in...
Dr. Janelle Davison Talks Burnout, Boundaries and Staying Grounded
Janelle Davison, OD, keeps busy. She manages a primary care vision center, runs a dry eye institute, co-founded and serves as chief visionary officer...
Counseling Degree Helps Bring OD From Burnout to Balance
Nine years into her work as an optometrist, Britney Hewitt, OD, MACP, says she began to question whether her day-to-day practice was draining her...
Burnt Out Before You Even Begin: A Silent Cause of Burnout
By Taryn Doherty-Majewski, OD
Hi. I’m a clinical optometrist—and a recovering perfectionist.
At first glance, those two identities might not seem connected. But I’ve learned firsthand...
New Study: Women ODs’ Burnout Rates Higher Than Male Counterparts’
In a new study titled "Insights into Burnout Among Optometrists in the United States: Findings from a Nationwide Survey," researchers Kaleb Abbott, OD, MS,...
OD Travels the World, Finds Purpose in Boutique Care
In the U.S., employers usually define full-time employment as 35 hours or more per week. For Miriam Korik, OD, it meant working seven days...
January is International Creativity Month: Students Get Involved
January is International Creativity Month. From music to crafts to home decor, some members of the WO student advisory board share their favorite outlets...
January is Mental Wellness Month: Report Reveals Happiest, Healthiest U.S. States
January is mental wellness month. New research reveals that North Dakota, Vermont and Nebraska are the happiest and healthiest states in the U.S., while...
OD Stress Levels Nearly as High as Start of Pandemic
Eye care professionals report that their stress levels today are nearly as high as they were when Women In Optometry asked this question at...
Are You Doing OK?
Earlier this month, Sesame Street character Elmo posted on X with his check-in to see how everyone was doing. The post got more than...
