Nancy Kyler

Nancy Kyler

Foundation
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3 MIN READ

5 physicians honored for work with underserved populations

These doctors were recognized by the AMA Foundation for providing free care to underserved communities and inspiring others to engage in public service.

Awards
Damaged home in Puerto Rico
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4 MIN READ

Physicians helped boost aid for Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands

Action taken by AMA House of Delegates credited with helping deliver relief to U.S. areas devastated by hurricanes.

Medicare & Medicaid
Rohit Abraham, medical student
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3 MIN READ

Rohit Abraham: Making a difference as a med student

AMA member and medical student Rohit Abraham says activism on behalf of patients needn’t wait until the “MD” title is bestowed.

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Leadership
Members Move Medicine
A woman outside in a forest writing in a journal in pencil sitting against a tree.
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3 MIN READ

These tips on the little things can ease the big stressors

Creating life balance and identifying mechanisms to cope with stress is integral for those hoping to thrive in and out of the med school environment.

Medical Student Health
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4 MIN READ

Give now to help practices recover from natural disasters

Hurricane season devastated medical practices in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico. A new fund offers a way to help restore access to patient care.

Sustainability
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5 MIN READ

In patient satisfaction scores, what role does bias play?

Anecdotal reports of patient bias toward female and minority physicians are widespread. New research will explore how such attitudes translate into patients’ survey responses.

Health Equity
Flooded coastal street.
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6 MIN READ

Hurricane-relief effort aims to get practices back online ASAP

What physicians need to know about how they can help, with their dollars or through volunteer efforts to help those affected by Harvey and Irma.

Sustainability
Female physician at podium.
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6 MIN READ

Research to address senior women physicians’ challenges

They helped break barriers in medicine. Now, senior female physicians face daunting challenges such as retirement planning and parental caregiving.

Health Equity