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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 33 MIN

REPLAY: The Unseen Cost of Limited Time Off

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Explore the AMA STEPS Forward® Interactive Calculators: http://bit.ly/43WvYohExplore the full study: https://mayocl.in/3SI5XlYExplore the Real PTO for Physicians Toolkit: https://bit.ly/436BVyjExplore The Value of Feeling Valued Playbook: https://bit.ly/4ksv0FqExplore the Team-Based Care Toolkit: https://bit.ly/3LHcDP3Explore A Systematic Approach to EHR Inbox Reduction: http://bit.ly/3Tr8eClAccess the transcript for this episode: https://bit.ly/4a3aFmNFollow us on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedinDr. Christine Sinsky, former vice president of Professional Satisfaction at the AMA, discusses her research on physician vacation habits and their impact on career satisfaction and retention, featuring insights from her recently published Mayo Clinic Proceedings article. She delves into the risks of limited time off, barriers to disconnecting, and how health systems can better support physician well-being. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA DisclaimerThe AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

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Explore the AMA STEPS Forward® Interactive Calculators: http://bit.ly/43WvYoh Explore the full study: https://mayocl.in/3SI5XlY Explore the Real PTO for Physicians Toolkit: https://bit.ly/436BVyj Explore The Value of Feeling Valued Playbook: https://bit.ly/4ksv0Fq Explore the Team-Based Care Toolkit: https://bit.ly/3LHcDP3 Explore A Systematic Approach to EHR Inbox Reduction: http://bit.ly/3Tr8eCl Access the transcript for this episode: https://bit.ly/4a3aFmN Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Dr. Christine Sinsky, former vice president of Professional Satisfaction at the AMA, discusses her research on physician vacation habits and their impact on career satisfaction and retention, featuring insights from her recently published Mayo Clinic Proceedings article. She delves into the risks of limited time off, barriers to disconnecting, and how health systems can better support physician well-being.

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