Addressing fatigue in medical residents with biomathematical fatigue modeling

Fatigue in resident physicians has been identified as a factor that contributes to burnout and decline overall wellbeing. risk exists because of poor sleep habits demanding work schedules have only increased due the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time, it is important not lose sight how fatigue can impact residents be mitigated. While mitigation currently addressed by duty hour restrictions education about fatigue, Risk Management Systems (FRMSs) offer more comprehensive strategy for addressing these issues. An component FRMS other shiftwork industries, such aviation trucking, use biomathematical models prospectively identify schedules. Such an approach incorporates decades knowledge circadian rhythm research into shift schedules, taking account just but temporal placement Recent shown adapted physician population help address risk. do require subject matter experts applied graduate medical program scheduling. It providers consider alternative methods mitigation. These tools reduce may improve wellness they allow precise management without reducing hours.