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Questions to ask yourself before choosing a physician specialty

First, know thyself. A single question can clarify difficult choices. AMA member physicians share what to ask regarding their respective specialties. 

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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Second opinions are a good idea—but there are caveats

When patients ask for another opinion, physicians shouldn’t take it as an affront. The process can help build healthy patient-physician relationships. 

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Prevention & Wellness
Health System Spotlight
Christopher Davis, MD
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What it's like to specialize in emergency medicine: Shadowing Dr. Davis

Christopher Davis, MD, of Confluence Health, says what makes emergency medicine challenging is also what makes it rewarding: it is a safety net.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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Washing hands goes long way to prevent contagious norovirus

In January, reported norovirus outbreaks were up four times over last year, but you can catch this nasty bug any time of year. Find out what to look for.

Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about insomnia

About 30 million adults in the U.S. live with insomnia and struggle without consistent, restful sleep. Three sleep medicine physicians share more.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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AI tools help Iowa physicians boost patient connection and care

By integrating health care AI, University of Iowa Health Care is reducing physicians’ daily work load, while also empowering care teams.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
Hernan Bazan, MD
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Data-driven tool helps direct decision-making for stroke patients

Researchers at Ochsner Health have developed a tool that can help guide treatment choices after a patient’s carotid stroke.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
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Small but mighty effort gives doctors the support they need

At Marshfield Clinic Health System, physicians struggling with burnout have a great place to turn for peer support, mentorship and coaching.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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