Uncovering the causes of burnout with Lynne Leggett

Theresa Pablos
Aug 23, 2023
The Drbicusp Id Podcast

On the latest episode of the DrBicuspid podcast, Lynne Leggett shares details about her new coaching program that is designed to help dental professionals discover the causes of burnout, recover from problematic paradigms, and find a harmonious balance moving forward. She also defines burnout, hypothesizes why burnout might be especially prevalent in dentistry, and provides actionable advice for listeners.

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