Does Becoming a Neurosurgeon Justify Working 80-100 Hours a Week?
In my latest WebbMD Podcast episode, I sit down with Dr. Betsy Grunch, @ladyspinedoc a neurosurgeon who knows firsthand the grueling demands of medical training.
Airline pilots have strict regulations on how many hours they can work before they’re required to rest—yet doctors, including those performing brain and spine surgery, routinely work 80-100 hours per week during residency.
Why are we treating doctors differently? Should there be mandatory limits on how much doctors can work to ensure patient safety and physician well-being?
Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️ and watch the full interview on youtube!