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4 MIN READ

Battlefield widens with hundreds of scope-creep bills introduced

Protecting patients from unsafe expansion of nonphysician scope of practice is paramount. Learn how the AMA fights to stop scope creep.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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Medical training and scope of practice: 3 keys everyone must know

Nonphysicians are essential to the physician-led care team, but huge gaps in clinical training have profound implications. Learn more with the AMA.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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11 MIN READ

This resident psychiatrist stakes her claim as physician leader

AMA member Avani K. Patel, MD, MHA, has faced many biases throughout her journey in medicine. But they have only pushed her to accomplish even more.  

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Health Equity
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

Team-based care can be a boon for your physician private practice

Teamwork isn’t just for sports. Organized group workflow saves money and protects physicians and practice staff from burnout. Learn more with the AMA.

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May 17, 2023 ·
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AMA Advocacy Insights webinar series: Protecting patients from inappropriate scope of practice expansions

Learn about the unique challenges states encounter when facing multiple scope bills and more in this AMA Advocacy Insights webinar

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Advocacy Insights Webinar Series
May 9, 2023 ·
48 MIN READ

EHR Inbox Reduction

Physician experts discuss the benefits of taming the EHR inbox and how to take the first step to accomplishing that goal.

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Events
AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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With MAs in short supply, this health system is creating its own

Baptist Health Medical Group in Kentucky and Southern Indiana draws from its own administrative staff to train new medical assistants (MAs).

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Sustainability
Health System Spotlight
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4 MIN READ

This primary care practice’s team approach means better care

For every doctor, there are two “care team coordinators” to help boost patient flow and ease physician burdens. Learn more with the AMA.

Scope of Practice
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9 MIN READ

Medical students: Get involved in advocacy and help shape the future of medicine with Kylee Borger

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about how to get involved in advocacy as a medical student.

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Medical Students
AMA Update