Pregnant doctors get a coach: will it ease burnout?

NCT ID NCT07221422

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a 4-month coaching program for pregnant or recently postpartum doctors-in-training. Half the participants get one-on-one and group coaching sessions; the other half do not. Researchers will measure burnout, well-being, and confidence through surveys at the start, after 4 months, and at 7 months. The goal is to see if coaching can help these doctors feel better at work and in life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Coaching program (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, scalable way to support pregnant doctors and reduce burnout.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 48 participants. The coaching is brief (4 months) and may not produce lasting benefits or apply to all settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Burnout, Professional imposter syndrome occupation-related stress disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BURNOUT, PROFESSIONAL IMPOSTER PHENOMENON QUALITY OF LIFE SELF EFFICACY WELL-BEING, PSYCHOLOGICAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Brigham Women's Hospital
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
Massachusetts General Hospital
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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