Sara Berg, MS

AMA Affiliated Groups

News Editor,
Authors

Sara joined the AMA in 2017 after working as a freelance writer for a variety of clients. She has covered a wide range of topics in health care, as well as finance, law, flooring and hockey. Most recently, Sara served as a freelance content specialist for a dental sleep medicine and craniofacial pain specialist, helping to educate dentists and patients. She graduated with honors from the University of Illinois Urbana-Campaign with a master’s degree in health communication, and also earned a bachelor’s degree from Bradley University, where she majored in English.

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Physician Health

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9 MIN READ

Setting a baseline on burnout paves way for well-being work

Nearly 80% of physicians at Arizona-based HonorHealth are satisfied with their jobs, and burnout is far below national benchmark. Learn what’s next.

Sanford Health’s well pantry

Health Equity

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5 MIN READ

To address food insecurity, ask patients three questions

Learn how a Sanford Health pediatrics clinic effectively screens patients and gives families the help they need—without the stigma.
Two people in a kitchen

Public Health

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4 MIN READ

6 things doctors wish patients knew about better nutrition

Even with anti-obesity medications such as Wegovy or Ozempic, following proper eating patterns can help reduce risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes and more.
Two male figures with doctor, surrounded by symbols representing prostate cancer

Public Health

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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about prostate cancer

When found early, prostate cancer is a curable disease. But each man’s risk of prostate cancer can vary. A physician shares what to keep in mind.  
Female physician holding hands of patient

Diabetes

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4 MIN READ

How these health systems are transforming chronic disease care

Learn how members of the AMA Health System Program are taking steps to improve care for patients with hypertension, type 2 diabetes and more.  
Person sitting on a park bench, head in hands

Physician Health

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4 MIN READ

Top 10 physician specialties with the highest rates of depression

Physicians are at higher risk of burnout. Adverse professional experiences like not having enough PPE can contribute to depression as well. Learn more.
Stethoscope on a report with data with a calculator and pen nearby

Medicare & Medicaid

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8 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about Medicare physician payment

Medicare physician payment is not keeping up with inflation. This has repercussions for patients’ access to care. Learn more with the AMA.
Senior patient checking blood pressure at home

Digital

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4 MIN READ

How do you boost chronic care at home? Call in the geeks

Learn more about how Geisinger leverages Best Buy’s Geek Squad to better manage care at home for patients with chronic conditions.