Membership brings great benefits

AMA membership offers unique access to savings and resources tailored to enrich the personal and professional lives of physicians, residents and medical students.

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6 MIN READ

Focus on patients, quality care helps nephrology group thrive

Dallas Nephrology Associates is pushing care upstream, working closely with primary care physicians to keep patients with CKD off dialysis.

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Leadership
Health System Spotlight
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5 MIN READ

4 big lessons from COVID-19 for the next public health emergency

The pandemic exposed significant, longstanding gaps in the U.S. public health system. A coalition led by Kaiser Permanente seeks to help fill them.

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Public Health
Health System Spotlight
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12 MIN READ

Boosting physician and patient satisfaction via acute care at home with Stephen Parodi, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about acute care at home.

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Digital
AMA Update Podcast
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8 MIN READ

Telehealth a lifeline for endocrinology patients in rural areas

Sanford Health endocrinologist David Newman, MD, works with patients to find the balance of in-person and virtual care that works best.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
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5 MIN READ

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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7 MIN READ

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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Thriving in residency

Turn to the AMA for timely guidance on making the most of medical residency.

Residency Life
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2 MIN READ

Transitioning to practice

Transitioning from medical student to resident can be a challenge. Explore how to write a medical CV, negotiate employment contracts and more.

Transition from Resident to Attending
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4 MIN READ

Health system’s latest innovation helps patients recover at home

Washington’s Virginia Mason Franciscan Health system offers acute care at home, a safe and convenient alternative to the traditional inpatient stay.

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Leadership
Health System Spotlight