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4 MIN READ

4 ways women physicians can better control career trajectory

Learn with the AMA how women physicians can identify opportunities to step into leadership roles, amplify their voices and mitigate doctor burnout.

Health Equity
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5 MIN READ

For doctors hit hard by COVID-19 stress, there are tools to help

Pandemic’s emotionally pulverizing impact must not be borne alone. Learn about AMA resources to help doctors and health professionals make it through.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

How to have crucial conversations with vaccine-hesitant patients

When speaking with patients who are reluctant to be vaccinated against COVID-19, stop playing the numbers game. Keep calm and tell real stories.

Public Health
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4 MIN READ

Think a physician colleague has a stress injury? How to approach them

Checking in with a colleague who seems to be having trouble could prompt a backlash. Learn with the AMA how to do it the right way.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

How do you create your ideal practice? Fix burnout’s root causes

Uncovering the systems and behaviors driving physician burnout starts with team listening sessions. Learn more with the AMA about the next steps.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

New podcast explores ways to put the joy back in medical practice

Interviews with doctors on the leading edge of practice transformation describe what it takes. Learn more with the AMA.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

Little reason to fear sharing your clinical notes with patients

The open notes approach can be a winner for patients, doctors and better outcomes. Learn what’s needed to make it work for your practice.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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4 MIN READ

Here’s how to cultivate leaders who promote physician well-being

The right leadership goes a long way in ensuring physicians have professional satisfaction and less burnout. Learn to nurture those leaders with the AMA.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

Learn stress first aid basics and how they can boost healing

Discover five essential needs that need to be met to help you or your colleagues increase resilience and recover when faced with persistent distress.

Physician Health