Out of Office, Still Logged On

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Joint Effort PAs, we’re diving into the complicated relationship healthcare providers have with time off, productivity, and the constant pressure to “do more.” Why does taking PTO somehow feel more stressful than just going to work? Why is medicine filled with people competing in the Productivity Olympics? And at what point does being “driven” turn into burnout disguised as dedication?We talk about the culture of overworking in medicine, the unspoken pride people take in never stopping, and the mindset of “I work harder than everyone else” that somehow became a badge of honor in healthcare. From answering Epic messages on vacation to feeling guilty for using benefits we literally earned, we unpack why so many providers struggle to truly disconnect.