Nearly 300 primary care physicians at Massachusetts General Brigham, including Dr. Elsa Imbimbo, have petitioned to unionize in an effort to improve working conditions. Dr. Imbimbo, who has been working at Massachusetts General Hospital, highlighted the need for better work standards and input in decision-making processes. She expressed concerns about the sustainability of working eight half-day sessions per week and the lack of flexibility in schedules, leading to burnout and moral injury among doctors.
By unionizing, the primary care physicians aim to have more control over their work environment and ensure that their voices are heard in shaping the future of healthcare. Dr. Imbimbo believes that forming a doctors’ union is crucial in addressing national challenges such as the primary care shortage and improving patient care. The movement towards unionization is seen as a necessary step to create a better working environment for physicians and ultimately enhance the quality of care provided to patients.
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