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3 ways to reduce the high rate of burnout in women physicians with Anisha Singh, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the high rate of burnout in women physicians.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 23, 2023

In the news: RSV antibodies in short supply, growing mental health crisis among health care workers, CDC panel recommends pentavalent meningococcal vaccine and more.

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3 ways Congress can boost care access in rural, underserved areas

25% fewer rural physicians will be in practice by 2030. The AMA has outlined a blueprint to help reverse trends that threaten access to care.

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Population Care
Fighting for Physicians
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11 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about acne treatment

It’s time to break through the blemishes. Two dermatologists discuss what to expect—and know—about acne treatments to achieve healthy skin.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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5 MIN READ

Health care’s challenges require physicians’ leadership

Physician burnout is a multifaceted problem that requires a multipronged approach. Learn how the AMA and The Permanente Medical Group are solving it.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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National Physician Suicide Awareness Day information

National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, observed each year on Sept. 17, highlights the alarming rates of physician suicide and the need for greater support in health care.

Physician Health
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6 MIN READ

We know how to overcome medicine’s crisis. Let’s find the will.

The insidious burnout epidemic is profoundly affecting physicians. Addressing the many factors driving it is not a partisan issue.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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16 MIN READ

AMA president sounds alarm on national physician shortage

At National Press Club, Dr. Ehrenfeld outlined strains on physicians—enormous administrative burdens, burnout, attacks on science, broken Medicare payment system.

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15 MIN READ

Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH: 5-step solution to address physician shortage

AMA President Jesse M. Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, addresses National Press Club on impact of physician shortage and presents a five-step solution. Download PDF of transcript.

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