Topic in Focus: Physician Well-being

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Joy in Medicine™: Recognized organizations

The Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program recognizes organizations from across the country for their dedication to building well-being. Learn more.

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Joy in Medicine™: Impact

Explore the impact of the Joy in Medicine program through the experiences of staff at recognized organizations.

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Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program

The Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program empowers health systems to reduce burnout. Learn about the program and how to apply.

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What it's like to specialize in radiology: Shadowing Dr. Arogundade

Confluence Health’s Olaseni Arogundade, MD, says radiology involves limited patient contact, but helps doctors to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

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How the AMA is fighting—and winning—for physicians at the state level

The AMA helped stop 80-plus scope of practice bills, pass 12 prior authorization reform measures, and led dozens of wins to support physician well-being.

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Highlights from the 2024 AMA Interim Meeting

Track the news and key moments from the AMA House of Delegates’ meeting, which ran Nov. 8–12.

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Pearl of the Week: Reduce the documentation burden

Find resources on outpatient documentation and coding. 

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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Physician survey shows medicine’s toll on personal relationships

Doctors are far likelier to say work makes them feel more detached from the people who matter most—and not all specialties are affected equally. 

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2024 AMA Joy in Medicine magazine
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Is your health system on the list?

Download the 2024 AMA Joy in Medicine™ magazine PDF to see if your organization is part of this prestigious group recognized for their dedication to physician well-being.

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