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Health Problems and the Use of Health Services among Physicians: A Review Article with Particular Emphasis on Norwegian Studies.

Authors :
Tyssen, Reidar
Source :
Industrial Health; 2007, Vol. 45 Issue 4, p599-610, 12p, 1 Chart
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article presents a study which provides an overview of Norwegian and international research into physician's health problems and their use of health services, focusing more on studies relating to The Norwegian Physicians' Survey. Results of the review suggests that physicians' physical health is similar to the general population, although female physicians tend to be in better health than other women, and that some mental disorders such as depression appear to be more prevalent.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00198366
Volume :
45
Issue :
4
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Industrial Health
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32532120
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.45.599