The 4 foundations that sustain physicians through burnout and balance
Introduction
When I first arrived in North Carolina several years ago, I thought happiness would come easily. I had completed my medical education in Nepal, was ready to serve as a physician in the U.S. health care system, and carried the excitement of new beginnings. But I learned that happiness is not automatic—especially for physicians navigating American health care while maintaining their sense of purpose.
The transition from practicing medicine in Nepal …
The 4 foundations that sustain physicians through burnout and balance

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