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Public health: The challenges and opportunities physicians face with Frederick Chen, MD, MPH
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Practice innovation strategies: Patient-centered care
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Florida ‘gun gag’ law provisions struck down by appeals court

A federal appeals court rules that a state law restricting physicians’ ability to consult with patients about firearm safety infringes on free speech rights.

Public Health
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4 MIN READ

Feb. 23, 2017: Judicial Advocacy Update

Learn about the AMA's stance on the Florida 'gun gag law' and patient-safety info subject to litigation discovery.

Advocacy Update
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8 MIN READ

Jan. 12, 2017: State Advocacy Update

Find out how AMA is advocating against gun violence, how physicians impact issues and more.

Advocacy Update
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For HPV vaccine uptake, communication style makes a difference

HPV vaccination coverage is stubbornly low. A study indicates a change in how the vaccine is recommended to patients’ parents can improve its initiation.

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Steps Forward Advisory Council
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Need fixes for practice improvement challenges? Look to patients

An advisory group made up of patients and families can play a key role in a practice’s transition to value-based care. A new tool details how to create one.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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Cleveland Clinic’s approach to burnout focuses on relationships

More than 1,500 physicians trained to nurture stronger bonds with patients, aiming to improve satisfaction scores and doctors’ well-being.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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8 MIN READ

Physicians see positive role for spirituality in medicine

The AMA backs patient access to spiritual care, one of several new policies patients should know about.

Public Health
Steps Forward vector art for clinical decision.
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To scan or not to scan? 5 steps to decision support for imaging

Learn about new tools that can make it easier for you to cut down on unnecessary CT scans and MRIs.

Digital
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4 MIN READ

5 ways to recognize patient cues, understand needs

Empathetic listening can help physicians build stronger bonds with patients that aid health care. Though it seems simple, empathetic listening requires understanding how to recognize the cues that patients offer.

Physician-Patient Relationship