Attention to burnout among healthcare professionals has increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, with known associations of negative clinical and organizational outcomes as well as reduced quality of life. However, faculty responsible for training the next generation of healthcare professionals have received less attention, despite experiencing significant burnout. Faculty from underrepresented minority backgrounds often have additional burdens placed on them, including addressing microaggressions and leading diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. 

This article examines the prevalence of burnout among faculty in graduate-level health professional programs, with particular attention to those from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups.