Conversation on Burnout with Dori Carlson and April Jasper, Part 1: Leadership and Burnout - Summary - MDSpire

Conversation on Burnout with Dori Carlson and April Jasper, Part 1: Leadership and Burnout

April Jasper, OD, FAAO, and Dori Carlson, OD, MAL, FAAO, sat down for a conversation on how ODs can recognize burnout in themselves and ways they can find their way back to well-being.

  • June 17, 2026

  • 5 min

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Objective:

To discuss burnout, its implications for leaders in optometry, and strategies for coping.

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • Leaders may struggle to recognize burnout due to their sense of responsibility.
    • Personal experiences and reflections are crucial in identifying burnout.
    • Continuous engagement in leadership roles can lead to overwhelming stress.
    Interpretation:

    Leaders in optometry may overlook signs of burnout, necessitating self-reflection and acknowledgment of their mental health.

    Limitations:
    • The conversation is anecdotal and lacks quantitative data.
    • Focus is primarily on personal experiences rather than broader research findings.
    Conclusion:

    The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing burnout and the need for leaders to reflect on their well-being.

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Conversation on Burnout with Dori Carlson and April Jasper, Part 1: Leadership and Burnout

  • June 17, 2026

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