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Sept. 26, 2025: Advocacy Update spotlight on removal of stigmatizing questions on applications

40 medical boards and 1,800+ hospitals and facilities have removed stigmatizing mental health and substance use questions and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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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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Waiving $100,000 H-1B fee for IMGs serves the national interest

The AMA leads effort urging Trump administration to waive fee that would exacerbate access to care problems in underserved and rural areas.

International Med Ed
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Put focus on real fixes for America’s mental health care shortage

As several states look into letting psychologists prescribe medication, physician experts detail why that is not a safe or effective option.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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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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AMA Advocacy issue briefs

Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.

Federal Advocacy
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What I wish I knew in residency to think through my first job offer

As you transition to practice, look beyond salary, says AMA member Brandi Ring, MD. Dig deep on financial details and don’t forget to do a vibe check.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Pearl of the Week: Stay fully present with patients

Learn how documentation assistants allow physicians to stay fully present.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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From Hype to Help: Putting Physicians at the Center of AI & Digital Health

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar explores discuss how technologies like augmented intelligence, cloud platforms and advanced analytics are transforming collaboration.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series