Impact of long working hours on stress in ophthalmology physicians and residents
Monitoring of JOB STRESS Related to Night Shifts in OPHthalmology Physicians and Residents
NA · University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand · NCT04959838
This study tests how long working hours affect stress and heart health in ophthalmology doctors and residents to see if their demanding schedules are taking a toll on them.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Clermont-Ferrand) |
| Trial ID | NCT04959838 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of prolonged work hours, up to 60 consecutive hours, on stress levels and heart rate variability in ophthalmology physicians and residents. Participants will wear monitoring devices to track heart rate, physical activity, and skin conductance over a 34-hour period, including sleep. They will also undergo a surgical simulator test and complete quality of life questionnaires to assess the impact of their working conditions. The study aims to quantify stress and fatigue levels associated with demanding work schedules in this medical specialty.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include ophthalmologists and ophthalmology residents aged 18 to 65 who are currently working in the ophthalmology department at the university hospital center of Clermont-Ferrand.
Not a fit: Patients who are under 18, pregnant, breastfeeding, or unable to provide informed consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved working conditions and mental health support for ophthalmology professionals.
How similar studies have performed: While studies on stress in medical professionals exist, this specific approach focusing on ophthalmology and prolonged work hours is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Ophthalmologists defined as physicians who completed the ophthalmology DES (Specialized studies diploma), as well as ophthalmology residents defined as a resident registered in the ophthalmology DES working during the inclusion period in the ophthalmology department of the university hospital center of Clermont-Ferrand. * Ability to give a written informed consent to participate in research. * Affiliation to a social security system. * Age between 18 and 65 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Participant refusal to participate * Children under the age of 18, pregnant and breastfeeding women, protected adults (individuals under guardianship by court order), adults deprived of their liberty.
Where this trial is running
Clermont-Ferrand
- CHU clermont-ferrand — Clermont-Ferrand, France (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Frédéric DUTHEIL — University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand
- Study coordinator: Lise Laclautre
- Email: promo_interne_drci@chu-clermontferrand.fr
- Phone: 334.73.754.963
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.
Conditions: Stress, Heart Rate Variability, ophthalmologists, on-call duty, stress, surgical simulator, heart rate variability, sleep