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Improving Ergonomics in Endoscopy to Prevent Injury and Improve Quality
Over the past decade, there has been a significant focus on reducing burnout to improve physicians' quality of life and retain a strong healthcare workforce. However, for proceduralists and other surgical specialists, disability is one of the most significant factors in determining if they leave the workforce early. Gyanprakash Ketwaroo, MD, MSc, associate professor of medicine (digestive diseases) and chief of endoscopy at the West Haven VA recently published a book, "Ergonomics for Endoscopy," with his colleagues. The book focuses on changes that can be put into place at every level to reduce strain and prevent injuries.