About Authors of News & Leadership Viewpoints Bookmark Staff News Writer AMA Affiliated Groups News Writer, Authors Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team. News Authors Catalog of Topics Prevention & Wellness Jan 3, 2019 · 5 Min Read What you need to know about self-measured blood pressure monitoring Self-measured blood pressure monitoring can improve the diagnosis and treatment of hypertension. Find out what you need to know to get started. USMLE® Step 3 Dec 31, 2018 · 4 Min Read Kaplan USMLE Step 3 prep: Newborn looks yellow. What to do next? Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. The case: A 30-hour-old newborn appears slightly yellow has a bilirubin level of 18 mg/dL. What is the next step in management? Residency Finance Dec 28, 2018 · 3 Min Read Top personal finance tips from experienced physicians When it comes to finances, it’s never too early to plan ahead. These senior physicians’ personal finance tips for doctors may help get you started. Succeed in Med School Dec 26, 2018 · 3 Min Read Kaplan USMLE Step 2 prep: 6 months of diarrhea, malaise, cramps Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. The 22-year-old man also has had recurrent fever. What is the most likely diagnosis? USMLE® Step 3 Dec 18, 2018 · 2 Min Read Kaplan USMLE Step 3: Which defense mechanism led to man’s career? A 32-year-old man loved playing with fire as a kid and now works in the pyrotechnics industry. Which psychological defense mechanism explains his response? Prevention & Wellness Dec 18, 2018 · 3 Min Read 3 questions to ask patients when measuring blood pressure Here are three questions physicians should ask to improve blood-pressure measurement and control in their patients. Prep for Residency Dec 17, 2018 · 4 Min Read What TV gets wrong about forensic pathology Lightning-fast lab results, dim lighting and costly tech are among the falsehoods TV shows routinely portray about life in forensic pathology. Find out what else Hollywood gets wrong. Ethics Dec 14, 2018 · 4 Min Read How diseases get defined and why it matters What’s in a name? A lot, in fact. Explore examples of how naming in health care can affect treatments, payment and the patient experience. Load More