Kentucky Revised Statutes · § 311.6204 — Definitions for KRS 311.6204 to 311.6207

As used in KRS 311.6204 to 311.6207:

(1) (a) "Career fatigue" means a work-related, psychological disorder that manifests in emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and a diminished sense of personal accomplishment.

(b) Career fatigue does not include any condition that impairs the physician’s judgment or adversely affects the physician’s ability to practice medicine in a competent, ethical, and professional manner; and

(2) (a) "Physician wellness program" means a program that:

1. Is organized or contracted for by a Kentucky-based trade association exempt under 26 U.S.C. sec. 501(c)(6) of the Internal Revenue Code that represents physicians licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in Kentucky; and

2. Provides counseling, coaching, or similar services to address issues related to career fatigue.

(b) A physician wellness program does not include an impaired physician program authorized by KRS 311.616.