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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3 MIN READ

Myth or fact? Only doctors can enter orders in the EHR

As physicians’ clerical and EHR burdens mount, it is critical to know what is required when it comes to entering orders. Find out with the AMA. 

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Sustainability
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the Week: Your CWO is not the complaint department

Find resources on the role of a chief wellness officer.  

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Public Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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6 MIN READ

The AMA is health systems’ ally in reducing physician burnout

Fighting physician burnout and finding ways to improve well-being is hard work. That’s why Lehigh Valley Health Network turned to the AMA for guidance.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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7 MIN READ

8 steps physicians can take when deciding where to practice

Following these steps can empower resident and fellow physicians to find jobs that match their priorities. 

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Pearl of the Week: Ask patients, “What matters to you?”

Find resources on behavioral health integration for your practice. 

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Public Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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Pearl of the Week: Build a peer support program

Find resources on peer support programs for physicians.

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Physician Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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5 MIN READ

Cardiology, neurology seek to add mental health care for patients

Recognizing their patients with chronic disease, traumatic experiences need more, these two specialties aim to integrate care to meet their needs.

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4 MIN READ

Use of secure messaging doesn’t cut back phone calls

Research among resident physicians suggests that secure messaging may be adding to doctors’ burdens rather than reducing them. 

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6 MIN READ

In transition to practice, know these 8 steps for evaluating jobs

A major health care recruiter shares a detailed process for final-year residents and fellows to follow when assessing practice opportunities.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice