Who are the doctors who end their own lives?

<p>"Recently, a fellow physician mom ended her life. While outwardly, a very vibrant, lively, and happy woman, she fought her own internal demons for some time. From what we know, she struggled with depression but was still committed to being a good mom, physician, and wife. Sadly, a few days before her birthday, she could no longer bear her sadness and decided to end her agony. I know many physicians’ lives follow these patterns. What shook me this time, though, was a discussion I had with a very close group of friends. These are all very highly educated professionals whom I love, respect, and admire. But, none are physicians."</p> <p><a href="https://med.umkc.edu/dir/shafi-fariha/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Fariha Shafi</a> is an internal medicine physician.</p> <p>She shares her story and discusses her KevinMD article, "<a href="https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2020/01/who-are-the-doctors-who-end-their-own-lives.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Who are the doctors who end their own lives?</a>" (<a href= "https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2020/01/who-are-the-doctors-who-end-their-own-lives.html">https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2020/01/who-are-the-doctors-who-end-their-own-lives.html</a>)</p> <p><em>This episode is sponsored by <a href= "https://www.us.elsevierhealth.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Elsevier Health</a> (https://www.us.elsevierhealth.com/). Looking to update your personal or professional medical library? Shop Elsevier Health’s Holiday Sale and save up to 35% on your purchase of medical books! Plus, you can take an extra 5% off your order with code KEVINMD at checkout. Take advantage of the biggest sale of the year from Elsevier, the world-leading provider of medical books and reference materials. Shop <a href="https://www.us.elsevierhealth.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">us.elsevierhealth.com</a> now through December 31.</em></p>