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 About Ethics May 17, 2018 · 4 Min Read How can trauma surgeons approach urgent decisions responsibly? In trauma settings, physicians often make urgent decisions without knowledge of the patient’s identity, values or history, which can leave a lasting impression on patients and their loved ones. About Leadership May 10, 2018 · 3 Min Read Karen Dionesotes, MPH: A love of science, a passion for patients AMA member Karen Dionesotes, MPH, has always been interested in science. It is her deep concern for patients as people that drew her to medicine. About Leadership May 10, 2018 · 2 Min Read Joshua Lesko, MD: Comradeship motivates Navy flight surgeon AMA member Joshua Lesko, MD, explains how his role involves a transcendent trust, and the fight for physicians’ rights and needs. Residents USMLE® Step 3 May 8, 2018 · 3 Min Read Kaplan USMLE Step 3 prep: Which test for epigastric pain? A 36-year-old has recurrent pain after treatment for multiple duodenal ulcers. After several unsuccessful treatments, which test is appropriate? Education ChangeMedEd Initiative May 7, 2018 · 4 Min Read Changing how future physicians are educated and trained AMA member George C. Mejicano, MD, is moving medicine by advancing the use of health systems science to create the medical school of the future. Students USMLE® Step 1 & 2 May 7, 2018 · 3 Min Read Kaplan USMLE Step 2 prep: Which test for diminished vision, hearing? Which of the following is the most appropriate initial confirmatory test for a patient experiencing diminished vision and decreased hearing? About Leadership May 6, 2018 · 5 Min Read Theodore Mazer, MD: Making a mark beyond the exam room Poor eyesight ended his aerospace aspirations, but for decades AMA member Thomas Mazer, MD, has pursued his vision of a health system that protects the patient-physician relationship. About Leadership May 5, 2018 · 2 Min Read Carl G. Streed Jr., MD: Seeking better care for LGBTQ patients AMA member Carl G. Streed Jr., MD, has combined his love for research and devotion to service by becoming a physician. Load More
