Leadership Viewpoints

New AMA anti-harassment policies the right step for the profession

We take a zero-tolerance approach to harassment. Complaints should be independently and promptly investigated according to the highest standards.

Patient Support & Advocacy

Quick Take: Federal judge blocks Medicaid work requirements

A judge blocks two states’ Medicaid work requirements, citing in one case an AMA brief noting the destructive effects of coverage gaps.
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Litigation Center

Supreme Court looks to AMA for guidance in big health care cases

The AMA’s input has helped shape rulings on everything from alcoholism and transgender rights to medical privacy and the Affordable Care Act.
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Physician Health

Physician burnout: Which specialties are least likely to ask for help

Physicians encourage patients to share concerns about depression, anxiety or other mental health conditions, yet are less likely to seek help themselves.
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Resident & Student Finance

Should you moonlight while you’re a medical resident?

Medical residents are busy and burdened by debt. Moonlighting can address one of those problems. Find out how to weigh the pros and cons.
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Digital

6 keys to improve AI for treatment choices

Physicians offer six ways to overcome challenges of credibility and adoption facing augmented intelligence-supported clinical decision-support systems.
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Digital

Xcertia releases updated mobile health-app guidelines for comment

Guidelines are aimed to build patient and physician confidence in mHealth apps and address concerns that hinder their adoption.
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Medical School Life

Why some medical students are cutting class to get ahead

The lure of the lecture halls isn’t what it once was for medical students. How and why are students getting their information elsewhere?

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