Back of an ambulance
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4 MIN READ

Physicians weigh in on DACA case before Supreme Court

Physicians tell the U.S. Supreme Court that eliminating the current policy would worsen physician shortages and hamper emergency preparedness.

Health Equity
IMGS physicians
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3 MIN READ

5 IMG physicians who speak up for patients and fellow doctors

International medical graduates (IMGs) account for more than 23% of physicians in the United States and play a vital role in health care.

Leadership
Barbara A. Hummel, MD
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3 MIN READ

For growing number of doctors, life in medicine extends into 70s

Now they qualify for Medicare, but spend much of their days treating Medicare patients. A 75-year-old family doctor shares her secrets on staying sharp.

Health Equity
Women in Medicine advocates
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6 MIN READ

12 women using their platforms to advocate for physicians, patients

Learn more about a dynamic dozen of AMA members moving medicine on issues such as medical and media literacy, human trafficking and pediatric diseases.

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Leadership
Health System Spotlight
Female doctor presenting to a group of physicians
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4 MIN READ

How to tackle burnout among women physicians

Physician burnout can affect male and female doctors in different ways. Here are some ways to address physician burnout among female physicians.

Physician Health
Photo of Patrice Harris, MD, MA
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4 MIN READ

Women in medicine are trailblazers, advocates and leaders

Despite the inequities we face, women continue to excel at every level of medicine and account for half of all U.S. medical school graduates.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
Esther Choo, MD
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4 MIN READ

5 ways to target medicine’s gender inequities

Gender inequity influences physician satisfaction and the quality of patient care. Time’s Up in Healthcare leader Esther Choo, MD, offers a path forward.

Health Equity
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4 MIN READ

AMA awards research grants to advance the study of women in medicine

The AMA will continue to strongly support equity and diversity across medicine.

Press Releases
Seven honorees for women in medicine event
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4 MIN READ

Grants to fund research on women’s advancement in medicine

Separate projects explore gender differences in in orthopedic surgery and women physicians’ experiences during critical career transitions.

Health Equity