Objectives: Impostor Phenomenon (IP) describes feelings of distrust in one's own capabilities or accomplishments. This experience exists across many professional settings, affecting men and women across diverse backgrounds. IP has not been studied within a military health system. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of IP among physicians at a military hospital.
Methods: An online survey was constructed incorporating the Clance Impostor Phenomenon Scale (CIPS) and demographic data. All physicians at the institution received the survey link via email and the survey remained open for 1 month for completion. Multivariable analysis was performed to identify significant differences among groups as well as characteristics associated with IP. Exploratory factor analysis was used to examine the factor structure of the CIPS.
Results: The response rate was 25% (94/376). Forty-one respondents (44.1%) had CIPS scores ranging between 41 and 60, classifying the respondent as having moderate IP experiences. Differences in scores were noted for age and years of experience (both < .01). No differences were noted based on gender, self-reported race/ethnicity, or surgical versus nonsurgical specialty. Active-duty respondents had a mean IP score of 62 (SD = 16) and civilian respondents had a mean IP score of 49 (SD = 12, < .01).
Conclusion: With nearly half (46.3%) of respondents reporting frequent or intense IP experiences, this study underscores the pervasiveness of the issue and indicates concordance with previously published data. IP is not limited to certain subgroups or gender identity but rather is a common issue which may negatively affect a physician's well-being.
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