Journal of The Korean Society of Emergency Medicine

ORIGINAL ARTICLE 2020 Korean Emergency Physician Survey
Objective: This study was carried out to establish a basis for understanding and correcting the problems of the emergency physicians (EP) in Korea by examining the current status through the 2020 emergency physician survey conducted by the Korean Society of Emergency Medicine (K...

ORIGINAL ARTICLE What does it take to work healthy as an emergency physician?
Objective: Unlike the temporary nature of an emergency resident's job, the position of an emergency physician is one of a lifelong commitment requiring stability and persistence. However, it is hard to pursue a healthy lifestyle because of the 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (24/7...

ORIGINAL ARTICLE The prevalence and related factors of depression in emergency physicians of Korea: results from the 2020 Korean Emergency Physician Survey
Objective: Emergency physicians are constantly exposed to night shifts and stress due to the nature of their work, resulting in health problems such as substance abuse, depression, and suicidal ideation. To date, depression in Korean emergency physicians has never been investiga...