Sara Berg, MS

AMA Affiliated Groups

News Editor,
Authors

Sara joined the AMA in 2017 after working as a freelance writer for a variety of clients. She has covered a wide range of topics in health care, as well as finance, law, flooring and hockey. Most recently, Sara served as a freelance content specialist for a dental sleep medicine and craniofacial pain specialist, helping to educate dentists and patients. She graduated with honors from the University of Illinois Urbana-Campaign with a master’s degree in health communication, and also earned a bachelor’s degree from Bradley University, where she majored in English.

Child with hands on midsection

Public Health

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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about the contagious norovirus

Often wrongly called the “stomach flu,” norovirus sickens tens of millions of Americans annually. Two physicians explain how to prevent and treat it.
Hands putting a puzzle together

Physician Health

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3 MIN READ

4 ways health care leaders can put doctors’ well-being first

Learn more with the AMA about how leaders who are laser-focused on well-being can affect the organizational changes needed to cut physician burnout.
Doctor with male patient using digital tablet

Public Health

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12 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about getting a vasectomy

More men in the U.S. are opting for a vasectomy with rates increasing by more than one-quarter. Three urologists share more about getting a vasectomy.
Smiling little girl receiving a vaccination

Public Health

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11 MIN READ

Measles cases on the rise: What physicians need to know

Most U.S. physicians have never treated a case of measles. But it’s back, so here’s a physician primer on what to look for and what to tell patients.
Woman experiencing vertigo

Public Health

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13 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about vertigo

Vertigo is often thought of as a condition that a person just has to live with, but that isn’t the case. Three physicians share more about vertigo.
Red blood cells affected by sickle cell anaemia

Population Care

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12 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about sickle cell disease

From debilitating pain crises to organ damage, sickle cell anemia takes a toll, but there are promising treatments. Two hematologists share more.
Physician with arms raised to the sky

Physician Health

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6 MIN READ

How these health systems are reducing physician burnout

Learn how members of the AMA Health System Program are taking steps to reduce physician burnout and holistically support well-being.
Figure in front of a series of staircases

Physician Health

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9 MIN READ

Setting a baseline on burnout paves way for well-being work

Nearly 80% of physicians at Arizona-based HonorHealth are satisfied with their jobs, and burnout is far below national benchmark. Learn what’s next.