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Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD
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4 MIN READ

Medicine’s in crisis, but new AMA president sees cause for optimism

AMA President Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, knows firsthand what doctors have gone through since 2020, but he’s excited to help lead the way to recovery.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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3 MIN READ

Bill to add 14,000 new GME positions picks up support

The bipartisan legislation has support from the AMA and many others. With current physician shortages only expected to worsen, action is vital.

Sustainability
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10 MIN READ

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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4 MIN READ

How this lawsuit threatens patients’ access to mental health care

A patient never said he planned to harm neighbors, but victim’s family wants OK for lawsuit that would create physician liability anytime, anywhere.

Sustainability
Person having a virtual meeting
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3 MIN READ

Virtual supervision of resident physicians should be here to stay

CMS will allow real-time audiovisual resident supervision this year. Find out why this form of supervision should be allowed on a permanent basis.

Residency Life
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4 MIN READ

Amid growing attacks, this medical group ramps up safety efforts

Violence in health care worsened with the pandemic. Learn how the Southern California Permanente Medical Group are working to keep people safe.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
Physician sleeping at their desk with a stethoscope near by
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6 MIN READ

The COVID-19 emergency’s over, but 1 in 2 doctors report burnout

Burnout’s down from all-time high in 2021, but new AMA data shows the problem is not going away. Learn more from the AMA’s exclusive survey data.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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12 MIN READ

Tips to reduce your EHR inbox volume and save time with Jane Fogg, MD, MPH

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about tips to reduce EHR inbox volume.

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Digital
AMA Update
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12 MIN READ

Tips to reduce your EHR inbox volume and save time with Jane Fogg, MD, MPH [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about tips to reduce EHR inbox volume.

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Digital
AMA Update Podcast