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4 MIN READ

For these resident physicians, training includes social determinants

Learn with the AMA about how primary care residents are trained to screen for social determinants of health and take effective action to address them.

Health Equity
AMA Update for Oct. 26, 2023: What xylazine is, treatment options, and how the White House is responding with Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH
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11 MIN READ

What xylazine is, treatment options and how the White House is responding with Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about what xylazine is and how physicians can help combat its threat.

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Overdose Epidemic
AMA Update
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11 MIN READ

What xylazine is, treatment options and how the White House is responding with Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about what xylazine is and how physicians can help combat its threat.

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Overdose Epidemic
AMA Update Podcast
Two physicians in a hallway
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5 MIN READ

Health care’s challenges require physicians’ leadership

Physician burnout is a multifaceted problem that requires a multipronged approach. Learn how the AMA and The Permanente Medical Group are solving it.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
Shannon Zullo, MD, speaking at a meeting
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9 MIN READ

Physician leader is driven to give back to her Navajo community

Dermatology resident Shannon Zullo, MD, chairs the AMA Minority Affairs Section. Growing up in Navajo Nation ignited a desire to serve her community.

Population Care
Matchsticks burned down to varying degrees
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6 MIN READ

We know how to overcome medicine’s crisis. Let’s find the will.

The insidious burnout epidemic is profoundly affecting physicians. Addressing the many factors driving it is not a partisan issue.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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5 MIN READ

Getting started in private practice

It may be confusing—even intimidating—for physicians wishing to start their own practice. That’s why the American Medical Association is here to help.

Private Practices
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5 MIN READ

Reducing disparities in health care

Find recommendations on reducing disparities and read about AMA's goal to ensure that all communities receive equal access to quality health care.

Health Equity
Diverse professional or business people
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4 MIN READ

These courses create health equity champions in your residency program

Better health equity training is an imperative for better care—and to meet ACGME requirements. Learn about on-demand training options from the AMA.

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Improve GME
Thriving in Residency