Heather Farley, MD, in a mask speaking to a woman in PPE and scrubs.
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13 MIN READ

Q&A: How to ensure physician well-being is top of mind in 2021

AMA member Heather Farley, MD, reflects on the added stress physicians continue to face during COVID-19 and what health systems can do to address burnout.

Physician Health
A member of the medical staff wearing full PPE treats a patient in the Covid-19 intensive care unit
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4 MIN READ

COVID-19: How to implement crisis care standards when needed

The emotional toll of implementing crisis standards of care is often overlooked. Learn with the AMA how to support decision-makers and front-line staff.

Public Health
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5 MIN READ

Jan. 22, 2021: National Advocacy Update

Final rule amends regulations governing prevailing wages for foreign workers and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 MIN READ

Security alert: E-mails impersonating AMA presidents

The American Medical Association (AMA) recently became aware of fraudulent email solicitations that impersonate current AMA President, Dr. Susan Bailey, and past AMA President, Dr. Patrice Harris. Learn more.

Sustainability
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20 MIN READ

AMA's president and president-elect discuss AMA's goals for 2021

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 AMA's priorities for 2021, the outlook for the pandemic, and initiatives to support patients and physicians.

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Public Health
AMA Update
Illustration of workspace with person having discussion on desktop computer screen
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4 MIN READ

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.

Sustainability
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6 MIN READ

Temporary Stark Law waivers during COVID-19

Read details about the HHS and CMS guidelines on the Stark Law blanket waivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the temporary exemptions of sanctions.

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Sustainability
AMA COVID-19 Guides
Physician sanitizing PPE equipment
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5 MIN READ

In Iowa, addressing PPE shortages with ionized hydrogen peroxide

Learn how University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics reprocesses N95 masks to help optimize PPE supply amid COVID-19 shortages.

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Public Health
Health System Spotlight
Health care workers transferring a patient
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3 MIN READ

Horrific COVID-19 surge demands readiness on crisis standards of care

AMA joins National Academy of Medicine to urge that political, health care officials get ready to quickly handle tragic shortages of care resources.

Public Health