Comparing two nutrition-based approaches to improve physician well-being
Comparison of Two Nutrition-Based Interventions on Physician Well-being - A Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing whether a new way of thinking about food as an act of kindness can help doctors feel better and less burned out compared to regular nutrition education.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 21 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Stanford University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Stanford, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06598540 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a brief mindset intervention that encourages physicians to view their daily food choices as acts of self-kindness, compared to a standard nutrition education intervention. Conducted as a randomized controlled trial, it will assess changes in self-valuation and burnout among physicians over a six-week period. Participants will complete surveys at baseline, week 3, and week 6 to measure outcomes related to self-compassion and self-care. The goal is to identify a pragmatic approach to enhance physician well-being amidst high levels of occupational burnout.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are licensed physicians in the US who engage in at least 8 hours of clinical work per week.
Not a fit: Physicians who do not meet the clinical work requirement or are not licensed to practice medicine in the US may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve self-valuation and reduce burnout among physicians.
How similar studies have performed: While there is existing research on self-compassion and burnout, this specific approach of integrating mindset interventions with daily nutrition choices is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Physicians of all genders and racial/ethnic backgrounds licensed to practice medicine in the US, and * Physicians who spend at least 8 hours per week doing clinical work (based on self-report) Exclusion Criteria: * Anyone who is not a licensed physician in the US * Physicians who are not licensed to practice medicine in the US, and * Physicians who spend less than 8 hours per week doing clinical work.
Where this trial is running
Stanford, California
- Stanford University — Stanford, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maryam Makowski, PhD — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Maryam Makowski, PhD
- Email: nnaryann@stanford.edu
- Phone: 650-497-5950
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.