Topic in Focus: Physician Well-being

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At National Press Club, AMA marks two years of the COVID-19 pandemic

Entering year three of COVID-19, AMA president outlines path forward for health system, public health preparedness.

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J. Corey Feist on landmark legislation for physician well-being

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with J. Corey Feist on the passage of legislation for physician well-being.

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Moving Medicine Video Update
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Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, on supporting vaccination during pregnancy

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing data supporting vaccinated pregnant mothers passing on COVID protection.

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AMA statement on Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act

The AMA commends Congress for passing the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act.

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Q&A: Establishing a culture where physicians can feel whole again

As a chief people officer, AMA member T. Ruth Chang, MD, MPH, finds that an inclusive, safe environment is a foundation to improving physician well-being.

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Health System Spotlight
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Find the resources your health system needs to improve well-being

The National Academy of Medicine outlines the essential elements to reduce physician burnout. Learn how to improve your organization’s culture.

Physician Health
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Omicron pushed doctors to the brink. 3 keys to get them back.

Physician burnout was pressing before COVID-19, and Omicron has contributed unique stressors. Learn what to focus on to improve well-being.

Physician Health
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To encourage physicians’ healing, make it OK to ask for help

Corey Feist lost his beloved sister-in-law Lorna Breen, MD, to death by suicide. Learn about his fight, alongside the AMA, to protect health care heroes.

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Mark Greenawald, MD, on the "Great Reprioritization" and help-seeking

In this episode of AMA Moving Medicine, family physician Mark Greenawald, MD, discusses help-seeking in the context of "The Great Resignation."

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Physician Health
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