To investigate burnout disparities among sexual minority emergency medicine residents.
Approach:
Study Design: Cross-sectional analysis of 7852 emergency medicine residents who completed the 2024 ABEM In-Training Exam postexamination survey.
Measurement Tool: Utilized the validated abbreviated Copenhagen Burnout Inventory to assess burnout levels.
Statistical Analysis: Adjusted for age, gender, race and ethnicity, postgraduate year, program length, and region to evaluate the association of sexual minority status with burnout.
Key Findings:
Sexual minority EM residents reported higher levels of internal burnout and any burnout compared to heterosexual peers.
After adjustments, sexual minority status was associated with higher burnout levels.
Bisexual and queer residents exhibited elevated burnout risks.
Interpretation:
The study provides empirical documentation of disparities affecting sexual minority residents in emergency medicine.
Limitations:
The study is cross-sectional, limiting causal inferences.
Findings may not be generalizable to all medical specialties or regions.
Conclusion:
The findings highlight the need for further investigation into support mechanisms for sexual minority residents.
