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      What doctors wish patients knew about iron deficiency

      One in three women under 50 is iron deficient, affecting about 10 million people in the U.S. Two physicians discuss iron deficiency and how to address it. 

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      What doctors wish patients knew about rheumatoid arthritis

      Rheumatoid arthritis is a debilitating disease characterized by painful inflammation and joint deformities. Two rheumatologists share more about RA. 

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      Geisinger CMO works to cut friction and lift care

      Jason Mitchell, MD, is focused on removing barriers, supporting care teams and advancing innovation to strengthen care across the health system. 

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      Finding freedom as a physician through entrepreneurship

      Vasanth Kainkaryam, MD, MS, innovates with direct-care model. He and other leaders will share pearls at selective AMA Physician Entrepreneur Forum.

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      The road to Match Day 2026 has many milestones. This guide offers insight on what to do at each step of the physician residency-selection process.

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      Fresh out of fellowship, Dr. Buzick values the institutional support his community-based oncology practice gets from University of Iowa Health Care.

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      How postresidency fellowship affects physician career earnings

      Should you pursue a fellowship? The financial opportunity cost might not be a positive, but other factors should also weigh heavily in the decision.  

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      Physicians open national Rx and Illicit Drug Summit and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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      Stay informed with top advocacy news and essential updates on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the health care environment in April 2026.

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      Join the American Medical Association to explore practical approaches to implementing routine screening for patients with substance use disorder. 

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      2026 Annual Meeting of the HOD: April 2 Speakers' Update

      Registration opens for the 2025 Annual Meeting, resolution submission deadlines are approaching, the HOD Reference Manual is now available, and a deadline extension for reference committee volunteers.

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