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5 MIN READ

COVID-19 uncertainty shouldn’t stop young doctors’ financial plans

The pandemic is making for topsy-turvy financial markets, but young physicians still have solid reasons to look at the long term in planning for their golden years.

Career Development
Toluwalase A. Ajayi, MD
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2 MIN READ

Toluwalase A. Ajayi, MD: Providing better care for all children

Pediatrician and palliative care specialist AMA member Toluwalase A. Ajayi, MD, is researching how to provide more patient-centered care for pediatric and adult patients with serious illnesses.

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Leadership
Members Move Medicine
Luis Carlos Zapata, MD
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3 MIN READ

L. Carlos Zapata, MD: Shaping evidence-based health care policy

AMA member L. Carlos Zapata, MD, witnessed his uncle wake up from a coma and saw the amazing work physicians did to save his life. Now he strives to do the same.

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Leadership
Members Move Medicine
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4 MIN READ

Medical society membership: A deterrent to physician burnout

Many doctors have found that professional solidarity can help when addressing burnout. Find out how joining a medical society can help you respond to stress and prevent burnout.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

Your practice doors are open. Now make sure exam rooms are full

Start by knowing that you are a brand, one that patients often will connect with online. Potential referring colleagues require a more personal touch.

Private Practices
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3 MIN READ

Shilpen Patel, MD: “A chance to make a difference every day”

AMA member Shilpen Patel, MD, is a physician leader, patient advocate, medical researcher and new technology developer.

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Leadership
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Dr. Hilary Fairbrother, adult and pediatric emergency physician in Houston.
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2 MIN READ

Hilary E. Fairbrother, MD: Change starts with education

AMA member Hilary E. Fairbrother, MD, is a young emergency physician who has helped spearhead advocacy on physician shortages and public health.

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Leadership
Members Move Medicine
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3 MIN READ

Medical residents: Don't ignore preparing for accidents or illnesses

What if an accident or illness left you disabled? Less than 25 percent of medical residents have an updated will, power of attorney documents and end-of-life directives.

Medical Residency Personal Finance
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3 MIN READ

Young physicians, get a handle on your finances

An AMA study shows 71 percent of young physicians feel somewhat or not very knowledgeable about financial planning. To get a handle on retirement, savings and investments, work with an adviser.

Medical Residency Personal Finance