Sustainability

Practice Transformation

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Physician well-being is essential for high-quality patient care. Through the AMA’s Practice Transformation framework, we provide guidance to health system leaders on how to create the conditions where joy, purpose and meaning are possible for physicians and care teams.

Through our five-step process (Research, Measure, Act, Recognize, Convene) our evidence-based, field-tested and targeted solutions help guide physicians, care teams and health system leaders on developing and implementing strategies to optimize practice efficiencies, reduce burnout and improve professional well-being. 

Creating thriving practices

Learn more about the AMA’s efforts to improve professional satisfaction and practice sustainability.


Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program

AMA Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program

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Organizational Biopsy®

AMA STEPS Forward® logo

AMA STEPS Forward®


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Creating a culture that supports well-being

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Elevating joy and meaning in medicine


For more information, please contact the AMA practice transformation team.

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