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6 MIN READ

To cut burnout, this pediatric group is redesigning the care team

Amid COVID-19 surges and rising RSV cases, a San Diego physician-owned pediatric practice gets help from the AMA to improve well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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5 MIN READ

As end-of-life care grows more complex, start here to study up

Medical students, physicians and other health professionals will learn a lot from this great set of educational resources offered by the AMA and others.

Ethics
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5 MIN READ

Reducing physician burnout must be an urgent national priority

Our country’s physicians are a precious resource, and we must fix what’s wrong with the U.S. health system to protect them from burnout.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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5 MIN READ

8 keys to succeeding as a physician in private practice

Private practice remains a vibrant choice of setting for doctors. Learn more from the AMA on how you can flourish in it.

Private Practices
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4 MIN READ

Half of words in clinical notes copied, pasted from prior visits

Note bloat and system “sludge” contribute to physician burnout. Learn about AMA resources to help cut EHR burdens and boost doctors’ well-being.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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4 MIN READ

How physicians can fight back against payer downcoding schemes

Payer downcoding lowers physician practice payments—often without notice or providing a reason. An AMA resource helps doctors battle back.

CPT®
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4 MIN READ

How chief wellness officers can establish two-way communication

Discover how to broadcast well-being efforts and get feedback from physicians as well as an example of how one practice succeeded. Learn with the AMA.

Physician Health
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5 MIN READ

Why your private practice needs an elevator pitch to aid recruiting

Pack top selling points into three minutes to quickly distinguish your physician private practice. Get more physician recruiting tips with the AMA.

Private Practices
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7 MIN READ

Telehealth progress relies on making temporary policies permanent

Physicians are showing creativity in the use of telehealth, but this versatility is tied to the temporary waiving of outdated laws and regulations.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians