Become an informed tech shopper The AMA's latest tutorials on information technology can help physicians figure out how their practices run now -- and how technology can make them run better.
- Feb. 6
Do you read news on a smartphone? If so, there is a version of the American Medical News site that is optimized for your device. Bookmark it today.
- Feb. 6
Physicians subject to increasing scrutiny Connected coverage -- selected articles on trends, challenges and controversies in the changing world of medicine.
- Jan. 30
A look back at the big stories of 2011 Connected coverage -- selected articles on trends, challenges and controversies in the changing world of medicine.
- Jan. 9
Anti-tobacco funding gone up in smoke Already paltry state spending on tobacco cessation and prevention is being cut further -- even though the health and economic case for it is strong.
- Jan. 2
Each year, 5,000 Americans get bone marrow transplants from unrelated donors.
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In a small office, everyone knows each other personally but must work together professionally. How can physicians make sure staff relations are appropriate?
Physicians who provide medical care for themselves or family risk losing objectivity and letting their personal feelings interfere with what is best for the patient.
Medical staff membership and employment are separate roles. But the worlds can collide in ways that impinge on physicians' rights and privileges if caught unaware.
With expenses rising faster than revenues, how do physicians tighten spending without affecting care? By focusing on little things that end up costing a lot.
Each year, 5,000 Americans get bone marrow transplants from unrelated donors.
