Burnout among urologists is a self-reported and job-related syndrome like entity that is   getting recognition as an important factor affecting urologists. The term burnout was coined in   1980 by Dr Herbert J. Freudenberger. The term implicates poor work-life balance and increasing dis-satisfaction among the urologists. It is taking a big toll over the physical and mental health. We here try to highlight factors leading to burnout and the necessary steps to reduce it.