Four female physicians gather for consultation.
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Finding hidden leadership figures among women physicians

In a webinar for Women in Medicine Month, Vineet Arora, MD describes barriers faced by women physicians and identifies strategies to bring hidden leadership figures to the forefront of medicine.

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In patient satisfaction scores, what role does bias play?

Anecdotal reports of patient bias toward female and minority physicians are widespread. New research will explore how such attitudes translate into patients’ survey responses.

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Female physician at podium.
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6 MIN READ

Research to address senior women physicians’ challenges

They helped break barriers in medicine. Now, senior female physicians face daunting challenges such as retirement planning and parental caregiving.

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

AMA Women Physicians Section and AMAF today announced the winners of the 2017 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women research grants program.

Press Releases
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Sept. 7, 2017: Advocacy spotlight on "Dreamers" bolster physician workforce, should be allowed to stay

"Dreamers" should be allowed to stay to bolster the physician workforce. AMA's recommendations for DACA.

Advocacy Update
Two physicians having a conversation.
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Shorter workweeks for physician moms pose leadership quandary

There are many reasons why women in dual-physician couples with children cut their work hours. The pattern can contribute to gender disparities in medical leadership.

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Loyola University Chicago medical student Diana Andino
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“Dreamers” bolster physician workforce, should be allowed to stay

After Trump administration moves to end DACA, Congress urged to enact legislation to protect medical student and physician dreamers.

Medical School Diversity
Gavel resting next to immigration law book.
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Confusion remains on travel ban’s scope, implementation

Restrictions on international physicians entering the United States are limited, but the vague language of the travel ban remains concerning.

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Pregnant physician with her hand resting on her belly.
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To physician moms, professional mistreatment appears widespread

Survey suggests discrimination is common. Better policies, a more supportive culture and professional mentors are needed, physician mothers argue.

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