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Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team.

Prep for Residency

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9 Min Read

What it’s like to specialize in forensic pathology: Shadowing Dr. Melinek

Working in the coroner’s office and as a consultant, this forensic pathologist lets curiosity be her guide while maintaining good work-life balance.
Physician consultation around laptop and tablet.

Medicare & Medicaid

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4 Min Read

Missing from MACRA: 2 Meaningful Use milestones

The final rule implementing MACRA contains a welcome but little-noticed provision that relieves physicians of EHR-reporting burdens.

Physician Health

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4 Min Read

Dr. Sinha: The moment I knew medicine was my calling

Health services researcher Michael S. Sinha, MD, JD, MPH, says “genuine patient interactions are key to preventing physician burnout.

Access to Care

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4 Min Read

Premium grace-period rule may leave physicians with unpaid claims

Rules that compel continuing enrollees to pay past-due premiums leave physicians uncertain about how soon—if ever—they can expect to be paid.

Physician Health

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5 Min Read

Dr. Lesko: The moment I knew medicine was my calling

Joshua Lesko, MD, hopes for a future in medicine where the patient-physician relationship is paramount.
Pregnant woman being attended to by midwife.

Scope of Practice

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3 Min Read

Bill allows independent practice for certified nurse-midwives

Patients want and deserve vital physician leadership of care teams.

Physician Health

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3 Min Read

Lee Ouyang: The moment I knew medicine was my calling

Fourth-year medical student Lee Ouyang on getting to know patients’ stories and seeing his colleagues do amazing things daily.

Succeed in Med School

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4 Min Read

USMLE Step 2: Determine the next step in treating hypertension

This USMLE® Step 2 practice test question deals with a 57-year-old female who presents with worsening dyspnea.