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4 MIN READ

As “encounter specialists,” CMAs can boost doctors’ well-being

Specially trained certified medical assistants (CMAs)—two for each doctor—can help cut down on the pajama time spent charting. Learn more.

Physician Health
 Luis Garcia, MD
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7 MIN READ

Q&A: Meeting doctors at each career stage to promote well-being

At Sanford Health System, Luis Garcia, MD, sets his sights on long-term solutions to combat physician burnout.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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4 MIN READ

As burnout ripples through health care teams, work hours go down

There is a shared responsibility in medicine to address system-level factors that contribute to chronic workplace stress, lead to burnout and hinder recovery.

Sustainability
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4 MIN READ

Now is the time for doctors to shape what’s next on telehealth

The COVID-19 pandemic has made telehealth a household word. Experts say it should be only the start of comprehensive digital health offerings.

Digital
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3 MIN READ

AMA recognizes health systems that care for the caregivers

As half of health care workers report burnout amid COVID-19, AMA acknowledges achievements that improve joy in medicine.

Press Releases
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11 MIN READ

EvergreenHealth shares strategies to support physicians during crisis [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 strategies for ensuring physician well-being during crisis.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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11 MIN READ

EvergreenHealth shares strategies to support physicians during crisis

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing strategies for ensuring physician well-being during crisis.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
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4 MIN READ

7 keys to an efficient integrated behavioral health care workflow

Here’s what to think about when it comes to practice workflow so that your practice can successfully integrate behavioral health care.

Public Health
Neil Finkler, MD
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8 MIN READ

Q&A: System’s chief clinical officer keeps striving to innovate

The physician in charge of maintaining clinical excellence at a large Florida system says it’s OK to fail, as long learning comes from the experience.

Sustainability