Crisis in the care of cardiovascular diseases and working conditions of the country's cardiologists. Survey of the Argentine Federation of Cardiology

Abstract

This study attempts to reflect, in the most representative way possible, the working and health conditions of cardiologists in our country, considering that they directly affect medical practices and indirectly affect the morbimortality of cardiovascular diseases. Materials and methods: a simple survey was designed, which includes 20 questions. It was designed by the Medical Teleinformatics Center of the Argentine Federation of Cardiology (CETiFAC) and distributed using the structure of the FAC, through its 30 federated societies, 3 associations and 5 subsidiaries throughout the country. Results: There were 633 cardiologists who completed the survey. The majority expresses not being able to rest enough and 83.9% report having had symptoms of work stress, with their work environment being hostile (regular or bad) in 38.4%. Training and continuous education is an unmet demand, with scientific societies being identified as a solution to this problem. Although the majority has no hope for the near future, a very high degree of commitment could be observed to change the situation. Conclusions: the data provide us with a reflection of the significant dissatisfaction of cardiologists with their working and training conditions with a clear impact on their health. It highlights the need for union representation and support from scientific societies. We also highlight the importance of collaborative work between societies to address this very complex situation.