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7 Min Read

What I've learned as a lawyer reviewing physician contracts

The CEO of a physician contract review and negotiation company details what residents should keep in mind as they transition to practice.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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How to support physicians facing trauma

Helping physicians recover from trauma shows they’re valued. Leaders and organizations play a vital role in supporting physician well-being.

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Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the week: Communicate thoughtfully

Find resources on optimizing communication and teamwork at a physician practice. 

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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How to cultivate physician leaders—and head off doctor burnout

Smart health systems should follow this AMA road map to nurture physician leadership and improve doctors’ well-being.

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Fighting for Physicians
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With virtual program at Ochsner Health, 70% of patients skip the ED

Through the Louisiana-based health system’s virtual emergency department, dedicated visits and navigators reroute non‑emergent cases, cut wait times and enhance care.

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Doctors work fewer hours, but the EHR still follows them home

While physicians report shorter workweeks, AMA data show EHR and admin tasks still consume off-hours, signaling a need to ease the burden for doctors.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
The inaugural class for Bayhealth’s Clinician Leadership Development Program
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Know yourself first: A key to leading in health care

Bayhealth’s clinical leadership program empowers physicians to lead by first understanding themselves—building self-awareness, vision and impact.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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What I wish I knew in residency about private practice

It wasn’t easy for AMA member Daniel E. Choi, MD, to start his physician private practice. He wishes he’d known that it would turn out OK. Learn more.

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Teamwork can cut way into burnout. Here’s a framework.

Health care organizations that measure and encourage teamwork are better places for doctors to work and deliver great care. Find out how they do it.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians