Burnout

I've come across many articles lately on physician burnout, which in my specialty (pulmonary/critical care) is a prevalent problem. It appears that a significant amount of physicians regard the current proposed health care plan as the last straw that will drive them from the profession. Just glancing at the comments on physician online forums will lead one to realize that this is more than just a passing idea, but a real driving force behind a large group of frustrated, tired docs. I've been practicing just shy of a decade, and am already worn down by the constant inefficiency of reimbursement, time demands, adhering to practice guidlines that defy not only logic but also any shred of medical evidence. Will government intervention relieve this strain? I truly doubt it. We do need reform, but not this way. I'll write more on what I believe to be a real solution. For now, I hope the current situation does not scare off committed physicians who we need now more than ever.