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Pearl of the Week: Identify and support at-risk physicians

Know the warning signs of suicide

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STEPS Forward Pearl of the Week

With burnout affecting more than half of U.S. physicians, doctors and practice administrators must know the risk factors and warning signs for suicide.

Make it easy for your physicians to get help with referrals to resources inside and outside of the organization. Encourage fulfillment of CME with coursework on stress management and burnout.

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