Published in JAMA, the following study examined the prevalence of suicidal ideation among surgeons and their use of mental health resources. Members of the American College of Surgeons were sent an anonymous survey that included questions regarding suicidal ideation, use of mental health resources, a validated depression screening tool, and standardized assessments of burnout and quality of life. The study found that 1 in 16 surgeons reported suicidal ideation in the previous year, though few sought psychiatric or psychologic help. Recent suicidal ideation among surgeons was strongly related to symptoms of depression and a surgeon’s degree of burnout.