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 Specialty Profiles Jul 19, 2024 · 8 MIN READ What it's like in rheumatology: Shadowing Dr. Amish J. Dave AMA member Amish J. Dave, MD, MPH, says rheumatologists must be comfortable with diagnostic uncertainty and ready to help patients navigate treatments. Overdose Epidemic Jul 17, 2024 · 3 MIN READ How equitable harm reduction can head off opioid-related deaths The war on drugs has failed to curb opioid-related deaths in the U.S. Learn with the AMA what effective policies and practices would look like. Specialty Profiles Jul 3, 2024 · 5 MIN READ What it's like in pulmonary and critical care: Shadowing Dr. Aldred Despite the challenges of life in the ICU, AMA member L. Wesley Aldred, MD, enjoys guiding patients and their families through severe illness. Specialty Profiles Jun 20, 2024 · 5 MIN READ What it’s like in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Despain AMA member Jordon Despain, MD, says one of the most important skills in family medicine is listening in such a way that people feel heard. Career Development Jun 20, 2024 · 4 MIN READ Early retirement? 5 factors physicians should evaluate Worried that you might hang up the stethoscope too early—or too late? Personal joy, financial goals and work plans should be part of what you consider. Ethics Jun 14, 2024 · 3 MIN READ How to put antimicrobial stewardship into action Domestic and international agencies charged with preserving antimicrobial effectiveness are under the gun. Learn with the AMA what needs to be done. Specialty Profiles May 24, 2024 · 10 MIN READ What it’s like to specialize in anesthesiology: Shadowing Dr. Clement AMA member Rachel Clement, MD, says the most rewarding part of being an anesthesiologist is coming up with plans that address patients’ concerns. Ethics May 15, 2024 · 2 MIN READ How physicians should respond to rising antimicrobial resistance The surge of treatment-resistant microbes is happening in real time in health care settings across the U.S. Knowing how to deal with it is essential. Load More