Recognizing and Dealing With Imposter Syndrome as Healthcare Providers-Recognizing and Dealing With Imposter Syndrome as Healthcare Providers

Recognizing and Dealing With Imposter Syndrome as Healthcare Providers

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In her presentation on imposter syndrome, Cassandra Holup, a fourth-year medical student, delves into how this phenomenon, particularly prevalent in high-achieving individuals like those in the healthcare field, manifests in feelings of self-doubt and inadequacy despite evidence of success. She references the traits of imposter syndrome identified by Dr. Suzanne Imes and Dr. Pauline Rose-Klantz, adding Dr. Valerie Young's categorization of five imposter types: perfectionists, experts, soloists, natural geniuses, and superhumans. Holup links imposter syndrome to burnout, noting its cyclical nature and high prevalence among medical students and professionals. She emphasizes the need for personal and institutional actions to mitigate its effects, suggesting shifts in mindset, greater self-compassion, seeking mentorship, and addressing broader societal expectations of perfectionism in healthcare. Holup advocates for recognizing and caring about imposter syndrome's impact, especially in advocacy and education, and encourages refocusing efforts on inclusion and support within the healthcare community. She closes by urging sustained conversation on the topic to foster wellness and self-assurance among professionals.

Keywords

imposter syndrome

Cassandra Holup

medical students

self-doubt

burnout

Dr. Valerie Young

perfectionism

healthcare community

mentorship