Authors of News & Leadership Viewpoints Bookmark Staff News Writer AMA Affiliated Groups News Writer, Authors Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team. News Authors Catalog of Topics Specialty Profiles Dec 27, 2024 · 4 MIN READ What it's like in gastroenterology: Shadowing Dr. Elatrache Mazen Elatrache, MD, of Henry Ford Health, feels gastroenterology is a satisfying field because it combines cognitive medicine with complex procedures. Ethics Dec 18, 2024 · 3 MIN READ How to design and build health care spaces for the best outcomes The built environment itself is a kind of medical intervention. Experts examine the role evidence-based design has in improving patient care. Specialty Profiles Dec 3, 2024 · 8 MIN READ What it's like in internal medicine: Shadowing Dr. Graham Lexie Graham, MD, says one of the most important skills an internist can have is being able to communicate with patients about their care. Preparing for Residency Dec 2, 2024 · 4 MIN READ How to highlight your research work in physician residency interviews Effectively discuss your medical student research in residency interviews with expert tips on preparation, audience awareness and showing balance. Specialty Profiles Nov 22, 2024 · 5 MIN READ What it's like to specialize in sleep medicine: Shadowing Dr. Skiba Virginia Skiba, MD, of Henry Ford Health, started her career in neurology but switched to sleep medicine after about a decade. Find out why. Preparing for Residency Nov 20, 2024 · 4 MIN READ GME interviews: What applicants should ask resident physicians M4s can gain insight on life in a physician residency program by asking current residents about scheduling, culture, work-life balance and more. Transition from Resident to Attending Nov 19, 2024 · 5 MIN READ You just got a physician employment offer. Now what? A job offer is a good start, but only a signed contract will get you practicing and paid. Here’s a look at what you should do to get the best deal. Ethics Nov 19, 2024 · 3 MIN READ Hospice care a model for other areas of medicine—in one way While most health care spaces are inherently stressful, hospice is one of the few health care spaces that is “structured for peace” and comfort. Load More