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4 MIN READ

COVID-19 put new emphasis on need for physician burnout solutions

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the negative impact of physician burnout. Now it’s time to make organizations more resilient.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

Court stops class action that would have worsened doctor shortage

Discover how class-action certification would have chilled efforts to use IMGs to provide care at a time when there is already a physician shortage.

Sustainability
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4 MIN READ

6 recommendations to embed equity in future pandemic preparedness

How to address pandemic preparedness, mitigation and resilience to ensure equitable responses and recovery.

Health Equity
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5 MIN READ

How the crucible of COVID-19 can help fix the health care system

A National Academy of Medicine report details the pandemic’s effect on clinicians and the long-overdue systemic improvements needed to support them.

Public Health
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Expansion of telehealth services must be sustained

Congress must ensure the continued growth of telehealth by removing outdated and arbitrary restrictions on its use.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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4 MIN READ

Rules to hinder IMG doctors getting rolled back

The Biden administration takes positive steps. Learn about the AMA’s effective advocacy for the Conrad 30 program and IMGs with H-1B or J-1 status.

International Medical Education
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Physicians call for clarity on IMG credentialing, licensure

The AMA wants to reduce some of the barriers that make it harder for international medical graduates (IMGs) to help fill the nation’s health care needs.

International Medical Education
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Why physicians are vital part of the nation’s infrastructure

As it considers a massive infrastructure spending package, Congress should bolster funding for badly needed graduate medical education training slots.

GME Funding
5 MIN READ

International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: Practicing medicine in the U.S.

International medical graduates need to consider many issues, including starting over in a new country.

International Medical Education