Authors of News & Leadership Viewpoints Bookmark Lyndra Vassar AMA Affiliated Groups News Writer, Authors Lyndra was a staff writer for AMA Wire from 2016 to 2017. News Authors Catalog of Topics Medical School Diversity Feb 4, 2016 · 6 Min Read 5 keys to student diversity: Changing the face of medical education A racially and ethnically diverse physician workforce can help eliminate health care disparities. A former chair of the AMA Council on Medical Education offers 5 tips to promote student diversity. Resident Wellness Feb 3, 2016 · 3 Min Read Medical residents ward off physician burnout with peer network Peer networks created during medical residency programs fight loneliness. Social ties linked to lower rates of physician burnout. Three questions measure sense of connection to other residents. Physician Health Jan 27, 2016 · 3 Min Read How physician burnout compares to general working population The AMA and the Mayo Clinic studied whether physicians suffer burnout at higher rates than the general population. U.S. workers are more satisfied with work-life balance than physicians. Medical School Diversity Jan 15, 2016 · 5 Min Read One med school's innovative approach to diversity Achieving diversity and inclusion in medical schools requires an action plan. One med school shares their approach that’s spurring creative solutions and ideas. Resident Wellness Jan 14, 2016 · 3 Min Read 3 tips for a successful medical marriage A career in medicine can put a strain on any marriage. Whether you’re a physician or just married to one, how do you ensure a successful marriage? 3 key tips to strengthen your connection with your partner as your career and relationship progress. Resident Wellness Jan 6, 2016 · 4 Min Read 3 things medical residents want after long shifts Beyond catching up on sleep, what do medical residents want after long shifts at the hospital? Bouncing back from being on-call also means self-care and studying. Research in Residency Dec 17, 2015 · 6 Min Read 5 medical publishing pitfalls residents often overlook If you’re a medical resident hoping to get published, take time to learn about the process. Susan Bates, MD, who’s been published over 250 times, offers five publishing pitfalls to avoid when writing or submitting research to journals. ChangeMedEd Initiative Dec 16, 2015 · 5 Min Read 7 tips for writing a winning med ed research proposal Writing a compelling medical education grant proposal requires strategic thinking and research. These writing tips will be useful as you pursue future funding opportunities. Load More