Topic in Focus: Physician Well-being

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New AMA resources help combat physician stress amidst pandemic

STEPS Forward module series offers proven strategies supporting physician well-being during a time of acute stress.

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Amid COVID-19 strain on physicians, 5 steps to build peer support

Physicians and other health professionals can mitigate the effects of emotional stressors through peer support. Learn more from the AMA.

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COVID-19: Frequently asked questions

Review the answers to the frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19.

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AMA COVID-19 Guides
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Betty Chu, MD, on lessons from a health system preparing for a surge this fall

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing lessons from Henry Ford Health System as they prepare for an expected COVID-19 surge in the fall.

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John Whyte, MD, Coronavirus in Context host, on offering actionable information

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing COVID-19 misinformation, vaccine and the stories of those on WebMD’s Coronavirus in Context.

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15 steps to navigate crises and promote physician well-being

Here is how health systems and organizations can create a plan for navigating all stages of a crisis in a way that promotes workforce well-being.

Physician Health
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What is a chief wellness officer?

Learn how health systems can prioritize the well-being of physicians and other health professionals by developing an executive-level champion position: chief wellness officer.

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Why depression, anxiety are prevalent during COVID-19

Even Michelle Obama is living with “low-grade depression” amid the pandemic. Learn more with the AMA about how the COVID-19 is affecting Americans’ mood.

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Prioritizing Equity video series: Mental Health & COVID-19

Join physicians and health equity leaders as they illuminate COVID-19's immediate and long-term effects on the mental health of minoritized and marginalized communities.

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Prioritizing Equity Video Series