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 Sustainability Nov 21, 2017 · 4 Min Read Give now to help practices recover from natural disasters Hurricane season devastated medical practices in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico. A new fund offers a way to help restore access to patient care. USMLE® Step 1 & 2 Nov 20, 2017 · 3 Min Read USMLE Step 2: How do you manage a throbbing headache? An 82-year-old woman complains of an intermittent throbbing headache over two weeks. What is the most appropriate next step in management? Payment & Delivery Models Nov 10, 2017 · 4 Min Read Employed by a hospital? Yes, MIPS matters for you too A comprehensive new guide advises hospital-employed physicians on how to cope with Medicare’s new performance-based payment system. Ethics Nov 8, 2017 · 4 Min Read Collaborative system approach can bring improvements, challenges The ethical dimensions of what it means to implement “co-creation” in health systems planning should be considered—at all levels. ChangeMedEd Initiative Nov 8, 2017 · 4 Min Read Seeds sown to change medical education continue to bear fruit Pilot programs to transform medical education are well underway at 32 schools, preparing students to lead and adapt to the changes in medicine. Specialty Profiles Nov 3, 2017 · 7 Min Read What it’s like in cosmetic & laser dermatology: Shadowing Dr. Alster Tina Alster, MD, says empathetic communication skills and an appreciation for aesthetics are keys for physicians to thrive in her specialty. Leadership Oct 31, 2017 · 5 Min Read Ob-gyn embraces technology, hangs on to the human touch In practice and through research, innovation and advocacy, AMA member physicians are reshaping health care and moving medicine forward. USMLE® Step 1 & 2 Oct 31, 2017 · 4 Min Read USMLE Step 1: What’s causing an infant’s labored breathing? A 7-week-old is laboring to breathe and has conjunctivitis. Which condition is most likely to be seen on a Pap smear preparation from the mother? Load More
