Nearly one-third of physicians said they have experienced clinical depression, while another 67% said they've faced colloquial depression in Medscape's 2024 "Physician Burnout and Depression Report."
Here are five anonymous physician voices who told Medscape how depression affects their work life:
"I am angry and sad about why I am in this stage, as I have done nothing I can attribute it to beyond often stating the truth in the interest of patient care."
"I arrive at work every day trying to have a good outlook, but it only lasts 15 seconds."
"I feel unwell. It's affected my sleep and appetite. I have chronic fatigue and pain that makes it harder to work."
"I count down the hours until I can leave, and I am unhappy talking to people."
"I have lost my drive to help and to innovate."