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About Ethics

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When surgeons feel regret, how should they and others respond?

Learn more about how to support surgeons while they cope with regret about a patient’s poor outcome.
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Students Specialty Profiles

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What it’s like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Warner

AMA member Kimberly D. Warner, MD, says the drawbacks of an unpredictable schedule are offset by the rewards of seeing happy mothers and babies.
Farrah Hafeez, DO,

Students Specialty Profiles

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What it's like to specialize in obesity medicine: Shadowing Dr. Hafeez

Farrah Hafeez, DO, of Henry Ford Health, says a rewarding part of being an obesity medicine physician is seeing patients make steady improvements.
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Practice Management Private Practices

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5 Min Read

8 keys to succeeding as a physician in private practice

Private practice offers physicians autonomy and remains a vibrant choice of setting. Get up to speed with AMA tips on marketing, efficiency and more.
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About Ethics

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2 Min Read

Another look at pain in ob-gyn, beyond labor and delivery

Telling patients “this might sting” can be disingenuous and undermine trust. Get more tips to improve communication with patients.
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Residents Transition to Attending

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11 Min Read

Physician contracting: Do’s and don’ts in interviews, negotiations

Sometimes it takes two or three rounds to get what you’re looking for in negotiations, so it is important to set your priorities. 
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Education Improve GME

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4 Min Read

Residency programs: Show residents how to respond to bullying

All too often, learners experience hazing in residency training. The AMA has online training to help them head it off.
Jennifer Bryan, MD

Students Specialty Profiles

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4 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Bryan

Jennifer Bryan, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, says a rewarding part of family medicine is forming long-term relationships with patients and families.