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Survey Reveals 15% of Doctors Work Over 960 Hours of Overtime Annually

14 Temmuz 2026Japan Times

A recent survey by Japan's health ministry reveals that 15% of doctors are working over 960 hours of overtime. This alarming statistic highlights the ongoing struggle against overwork in the medical sector, despite years of initiatives aimed at reducing excessive working hours.
The findings raise concerns about the well-being of healthcare professionals and the quality of patient care.
Japan has long grappled with a culture of overwork, particularly in high-stress professions like healthcare. The government has introduced various reforms aimed at reducing working hours, yet the medical field continues to report concerning levels of overtime.
The persistence of such high overtime hours among doctors suggests that existing measures to combat overwork may not be sufficient or effectively implemented. It raises questions about the systemic issues within the healthcare industry, including staffing shortages and the culture of overwork.

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This article reflects the findings of a specific survey and may not represent the entire healthcare workforce in Japan.

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