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How long physicians have been in practice can signal burnout risk

An exclusive survey from the AMA shows the intricate relationship with a physician’s tenure and their well-being. Ochsner Health shares how to help.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Physician burnout rate drops below 50% for first time in 4 years

Exclusive AMA data shows reprieve after record high in COVID-19 emergency. Smart health systems are working with the AMA to boost well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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A newcomer to Michigan Medicine, this CWO found data to guide her

As the new chief well-being officer, (CWO), Elizabeth Harry, MD, has come to rely on AMA survey data to drive aggressive efforts to address burnout.

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Health System Spotlight
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Amid EHR demands, physicians can’t achieve “flow”

The “deep work of doctoring” happens when physicians can give patients their undivided attention. Learn more with the AMA.

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AMA Joy in Medicine recognizes shared commitment to wellness

Organizations recognized through the AMA Joy in Medicine program demonstrate best practices in caring for physicians as well as patients.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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The COVID-19 emergency’s over, but 1 in 2 doctors report burnout

Burnout’s down from all-time high in 2021, but new AMA data shows the problem is not going away. Learn more from the AMA’s exclusive survey data.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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In pandemic’s wake, only 57% of doctors would choose medicine again

Fewer physicians feel fulfilled, says survey of nearly 2,500 doctors. Learn how health systems can restore joy and meaning in work and reduce burnout.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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A rise in burnout led this health system to shift well-being focus

The pandemic has affected everyone differently. That’s why Baptist Health Medical Group is readjusting how they tackle burnout systemwide.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Burnout is a health crisis for doctors—and patients

We need frank talks about how to address the factors driving physician burnout. It’s starting with leadership from the AMA and the U.S. surgeon general.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints