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Messages to all physicians about current events in medical practice.
Moral compass guides soul of medicine , by AMA President J. Edward Hill, MD - Dec. 19Interim Meeting shows physician activism in action , by Duane M. Cady, MD, AMA board chair - Dec. 5Fighting Medicare cuts -- for our patients' future , by AMA President J. Edward Hill, MD - Nov. 21America looks to AMA for leadership , by Duane M. Cady, MD, AMA board chair - Nov. 7Work against disasters -- natural and man-made , by AMA President J. Edward Hill, MD - Oct. 17Hurricane spurs physician response and support , by Duane M. Cady, MD, AMA board chair - Oct. 3The AMA needs your help to stop Medicare pay cuts , by AMA President J. Edward Hill, MD - Sept. 19A new face, a new day for our AMA , by Duane M. Cady, MD, AMA board chair - Sept. 5AMA is a democracy in the truest sense of the word , by AMA President J. Edward Hill, MD - Aug. 15Pay-for-performance should be pay-for-quality-care , by Duane M. Cady, MD, AMA board chair - Aug. 1Finding the way back to the heart and soul of medicine , by AMA President J. Edward Hill, MD - July 18Heeding the privileges of the profession , by Duane M. Cady, MD, AMA board chair - July 4Many new ways to participate in the AMA , by J. James Rohack, MD, AMA board chair - June 6A year at warp speed in a profession to be proud of , by AMA President John C. Nelson, MD, MPH - May 16Pediatrics academy celebrates diamond anniversary , by J. James Rohack, MD, AMA board chair - May 2Clout: The force of 819,000 voices in Washington , by AMA President John C. Nelson MD, MPH - April 18Strong educational standards are core of our profession , by J. James Rohack, MD, AMA board chair - April 4Heroes are everywhere, and many are in medicine , by AMA President John C. Nelson MD, MPH - March 21Demographics can mean health care disparities , by J. James Rohack, MD, AMA board chair - March 7Physicians are both lifelong learners and teachers , by AMA President By John C. Nelson MD, MPH - Feb. 215 steps doctors should take to achieve liability reform , by J. James Rohack, MD, AMA board chair - Feb. 7Resolved: To actively shape the future of medicine , by AMA President John C. Nelson, MD, MPH - Jan. 24Litigation center provides another form of advocacy , by J. James Rohack, MD, AMA board chair - Jan. 3/10 Last year's columns - Back to top
Commentary 2005
Observations on the state of medical practice and medical life.
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Contract Language 2005
A monthly column examining the ins and outs of contract issues, by Steven M. Harris.
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Ethics Forum 2005
A monthly column from the Institute for Ethics at the AMA that answers questions on ethical issues in medical practice.
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In the Courts 2005
A column analyzing the impact of recent court decisions on physicians, by Tanya Albert; November and December columns by Bonnie Booth.
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Personal Finance 2005
A column offering help for your wallet, by business writer Katherine Vogt.
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Practice Management 2005
A column on managing your practice, by business writer Mike Norbut.
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Practice Pointers 2005
A monthly column from St. Louis-based Stone Carlie Wealth Advisors answering your questions about the business side of your practice.
Simple steps for staff retirement plans , by Cathy B. Goldsticker - Dec. 19Building practice teamwork is an everyday activity , by Karen S. Schechter - Nov. 21Asking the 5 W's key to finding a financial adviser , by Amy S. Born - Oct. 17Alternative minimum tax may not be so alternative , by Cathy B. Goldsticker - Sept. 26Bad telephone service can put practice on hold , by Karen S. Schechter - Aug. 153 steps to keeping accounts receivable in order , by Karen S. Schechter - July 18Like-kind property exchanges can reduce tax bite , by Cathy B. Goldsticker - June 20Keeping your finger on the pulse of your practice , by Karen S. Schechter - May 16With 401(k) allocation, performance is relative , by Amy S. Born - April 18Figuring out days-off policy no vacation , by Karen S. Schechter - March 21It's time for your annual fiscal physical , by Amy S. Born - Feb. 21Delve into details before you buy state tax credits , by Cathy B. Goldsticker - Jan. 24 Last year's columns - Back to top
Quick View 2005
An occasional snapshot of current facts and trends in medicine.
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