Heather Farley, MD
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11 Min Read

AMA taps Heather Farley, MD, MHCDS, to advance physician well-being

Dr. Farley takes helm as VP of professional satisfaction. In a Q&A, she details her vision to boost national efforts to further reduce doctor burnout.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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10 Min Read

Why burnout takes a different form for women resident physicians

Women residents report more doctor burnout than their male colleagues. Find out why, and learn what can be done to improve female residents’ well-being.

Resident Wellness
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9 Min Read

How health systems can reduce the gender gap in physician burnout

Burnout among women physicians has eased, but gender gaps persist. Health systems must act to create lasting support and equity in care.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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5 Min Read

Building trust, shaping culture: Physicians at the heart of change

Henry Ford Health preserved traditions and engaged physicians to unite successfully under one system. Here is how. 

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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2 Min Read

AMA resources to guide health systems

AMA's expert-curated toolkits, playbooks and podcasts have helped health systems empower their teams and build a healthier, more sustainable workforce. Learn more.

Physician Health
Jeremy Screws, MD
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4 Min Read

What it's like in pediatric gastroenterology: Shadowing Dr. Screws

For Jeremy Screws, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, the extended training required to become a pediatric gastroenterologist has its rewards.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
Smiling team of health care workers
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8 Min Read

Strong care teams are key to boosting physician well-being

An exclusive AMA survey reveals how collaboration and adequate support staff can ease workloads, improve morale and reduce physician burnout.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

Physician peer support is vital. Here’s what it should look like.

Find out how health care organizations can help doctors struggling with burnout, mental health challenges or substance-use disorder.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Making changes big and small to protect physician well-being

Ensuring physicians feel safe and supported in seeking mental health care became a personal mission for a Northwell Health physician leader. Learn more. 

Physician Health