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How a medical student battled mental health stigma

With guest Dr. Jason Onugha
Dr. Onugha
Dr. Jason Onugha

November 20, 2023 

GuestDr. Jason Onugha
Listen Time: 30m 35s

Physician burnout has become an epidemic in the U.S., with nearly 63% of physicians reporting emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, according to the American Medical Association. This struggle often starts in medical school, where students experience higher rates of depression, anxiety, and mental stress compared to peers in non-medical career paths.

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