Topic in Focus: Physician Well-being

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A look back: What we've learned with the COVID-19 update

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by taking a look back at 190 episodes to reveal lessons learned and the way forward.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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5 ways doctors can improve leadership communication during crisis

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is especially important for physician leaders to share the right message at the right time in the right way.

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7 ways to cope with moral distress during COVID-19

The pandemic’s ethical challenges can cause emotional upset and distress. A Johns Hopkins physician advises on how maintain empathy and integrity.

Physician Health
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AMA in the News: December 2020

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for December 2020.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
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4 ways to support physicians during COVID-19 and beyond

The pandemic amplifies the need for health systems to address the well-being of physicians and other health professionals. Here is how.

Physician Health
Susan R. Bailey, MD
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As pandemic rages, physician wellness suffers in silence

The AMA feels the weight of this moment on your shoulders. Learn about the tools and resources available to help doctors care for themselves and their colleagues.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
Dec 16 - 17, 2020 ·
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Mark Greenawald, MD, explores the habit of gratitude

Research has shown that having a grateful outlook can enhance an individual’s well-being. Watch the video and download the slides to learn more from the AMA STEPS Forward™ series: "The Habit of Gratitude: Being Positively Contagious."

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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The AMA’s top 10 news stories of 2020

Learn why more physicians are turning to the AMA’s digital offerings for the timely information they need to meet the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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AMA medical education experts discuss the Fauci effect

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 the emerging phenomena known as the “Fauci effect” as well as medical education-related trends.

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