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. 2020 May 27;17(7):921–926. doi: 10.1016/j.jacr.2020.05.021

Table 2.

Construct for interventions to prevent burnout, ASD, and PTSD related to the COVID-19 pandemic

Interventions to Prevent Burnout, ASD, and PTSD Potential Benefits
Support an infrastructure that allows radiologists and staff to work from home Decreases exposure and mitigates concerns about contracting the virus and promotes schedule flexibility
Increase education treatment about burnout, ASD, and PTSD via expert panel discussions and access to mental health Increases awareness and early intervention, reduce stigma
Employ nontraditional methods of physician engagement (eg, narrative medicine) Facilitates cognitive reframing and self-compassion, reinforces a sense of altruism in work
Clear communication from leadership Increases sense of safety and stability, increases team work
Engage radiologists in scheduling Increases engagement and prevent burnout, promotes schedule flexibility

ASD = acute stress disorder; COVID-19 = coronavirus disease 2019; PTSD = posttraumatic stress disorder.