Topic in Focus: Physician Well-being

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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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Patrice Harris, MD, MA, on prioritizing mental health as we enter the winter months [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing prioritizing mental health during the winter months for physicians and patients.

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Physician Health
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Mira Irons, MD, discusses COVID-19 numbers, vaccines and updated mask wearing guidance

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 numbers and trending topics, including vaccines and updated mask wearing guidance.

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How to celebrate progress on cutting doctors’ clerical burdens

Physicians and others are more willing to point out sources of practice inefficiency when they see proof that change is possible. Learn more with the AMA.

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Kevin Taylor, MD, discusses organizational culture and physician well-being

Explore the key physician leadership behaviors that can improve team satisfaction in the AMA STEPS Forward™ series: "Organizational Culture and Physician Well-being."

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Patrice Harris, MD, MA, on prioritizing mental health as we enter the winter months

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 prioritizing mental health during the winter months for physicians and patients.

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Physician Health
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How lean thinking can shape the fight against physician burnout

Learn more from the AMA about one strategy for reducing physician burnout: a lean-informed approach that supports a culture of continuous improvement.

Physician Health
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AMA in the News: November 2020

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

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11 vital coronavirus research findings you should know about

An “infodemic” has made it harder for patients and doctors to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. JAMA Network reports have helped set the record straight.

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