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Dr. Breen’s family on what new law bearing her name will do

N.Y. doctor Lorna Breen, MD, died by suicide in COVID-19’s early days. Congress just passed a law to help other doctors who are struggling.

Physician Health
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March 4, 2022: Advocacy Update other news

Ukraine in need of aid: How to help and more in the latest Advocacy Update other news.

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For this emergency doctor, the hardest diagnosis was his own

Seth Trueger, MD, MPH, is one of about 100 patients known to have this rare condition. His quest for answers casts new light on the patient experience.

Physician Health
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As pandemic enters third year, take these 5 actions to move ahead

AMA President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, shares how to fix the ailing health system, rebuild trust and better respond to the next public health crisis.

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3 health organizations get nearly $8 million to fight burnout

Learn how federal grants will help doctors and health professionals cut workplace distress and boost job satisfaction.

Physician Health
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AMA cost analysis examines primary care physician turnover

Burnout-related turnover is a driver of unnecessary health expenditures.

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Gerald Harmon, MD, on the 5 actions needed to defeat COVID, rebuild trust

AMA President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, addressed the National Press Club about the five actions needed to defeat COVID-19 and rebuild trust.

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Congress passes Dr. Lorna Breen Act to promote physician mental health

President Biden is expected to sign the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act to support physician mental health.

Physician Health
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3 keys to a successful peer-support program for physicians

An effective peer-support program can ease distress and burnout related to adverse events by helping doctors feel cared for while learning coping skills.

Physician Health