Compared to other physicians, the following three specialists reported the highest levels of happiness at work:
- Dermatologists — 39 percent are happy at work
- Ophthalmologists — 38 percent
- Psychiatrists and mental health experts — 37 percent
These physicians reported the lowest levels of happiness at work:
- Internists — 24 percent are happy at work
- Intensivists — 25 percent
- Rheumatologists — 26 percent
Outside of work, the following three specialists reported the highest levels of happiness, compared to other physicians:
- Nephrologists — 68 percent are happy outside work
- Ophthalmologists — 66 percent
- Pulmonologists — 65 percent
These physicians reported the lowest levels of happiness outside of work:
- Intensivists — 50 percent are happy outside work
- Oncologists — 51 percent
- Internists — 53 percent
Ultimately, the 2016 report documents a “small though notable” decrease in happiness for nearly all the physician specialties.
More articles on physicians:
20 physician resolutions for 2016
AMA: Top 9 issues affecting physicians in 2016
British physician strike leads to 4,000 cancelled surgeries
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.