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Strategies for managing suicidal ideation and reducing risk

In this episode of AMA Moving Medicine, suicide experts share current data on suicidal ideation, the importance of screening early and often, and the connection between child mental health and mental health as an adult.

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Where private practices can begin on social determinants of health

Find out how to start small, ask the right questions and connect your patients with the help they need beyond the walls of your private practice.

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James L. Madara, MD, address at the November 2021 Special Meeting of the HOD

In an address to the AMA House of Delegates at the November 2021 AMA Special Meeting, Dr. Madara discusses the power of trust in a crisis, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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AMA president highlights ongoing COVID challenges, obstacles to care

AMA President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, addressed the AMA House of Delegates and outlined ongoing challenges physicians are facing in the fight against COVID-19.

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New guides added to growing compendium of behavioral health resources

AMA provides practical strategies for overcoming barriers to successful behavioral health integration.

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Science and storytelling: Making physicians’ voices the loudest in the room

Join a discussion with AMA physician leaders and Peter Hotez, MD, PhD, on the need to elevate physician voices to protect patients and this nation's health.

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Find—and keep—the right MAs for your private practice

Learn about key steps to recruit and retain medical assistants (MAs) who can ease the physician workload while improving patient care.

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New group benefits help practices recruit, retain talented staff

Learn about two great new benefit offerings that can help your physician practice attract the best doctors and staff.

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The AMA helps sustain the viability of private practice

Private practices have been struggling for years; the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the financial strain and burdensome regulatory requirements faced by physician practice owners. AMA advocacy, resources and research help private practices thrive.

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