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National Latino Physicians Day information

National Latino Physicians Day, observed annually on Oct. 1, is a day dedicated to acknowledging the contributions of Latino physicians to health care.

Minority Affairs
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Can male allies’ stories help advance women in medicine?

Researchers are investigating whether spreading personal stories can help male physicians do more to support women physicians.

Health Equity
2024 Women in Medicine Month
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Women in Medicine Month

The Women Physicians Section (WPS) honors physicians who have offered their time, wisdom and support to advance women with careers in medicine.

Women Physicians
Sep 26, 2024 ·
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Women in Medicine: Our Journeys

On Sept. 26 at noon Central, the Women Physicians Section hosts a special Women in Medicine Month webinar. Register today.

Events
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Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women

The Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women provides annual scholarships to advance the study of women in the medical profession.

Awards
Ved Gossain, MD
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“No better role in medicine” than to serve as a physician mentor

Ved Gossain, MD, has been active in medicine for more than half a century and continues to find joy in helping younger physicians find their career path.

Health Equity
Michael Suk, MD
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IMGs overcome barriers to offer critically needed care

International medical graduates (IMGs) often practice in physician shortage areas yet frequently face obstacles getting there.

International Medical Education
Doctor and stethoscope in hand
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Exclusive AMA survey reveals who is hit hardest by doctor burnout

Nationwide survey of more than 12,400 physicians shows how administrative burdens drive burnout and prompt doctors to consider leaving their practices.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Stethoscopes
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9 principles to guide physician competence assessment at all ages

Physicians are a precious resource. AMA policy aims to ensure that any competence assessments are transparent and evidence-based, but not ageist.

Health Equity