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Nariman Heshmati, MD

Students Specialty Profiles

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8 Min Read

What it’s like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Heshmati

As an ob-gyn, AMA member Nariman Heshmati, MD, shares that when a difficult event like a miscarriage occurs, you share in that pain with your patient.
Jonathan Mizrahi, MD

Residents Transition to Attending

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7 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Jonathan Mizrahi, MD, oncologist

At Ochsner Health, Dr. Mizrahi found a professionally fulfilling role that matched his subspecialty interests and commitment to collaborative care. 
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Students Med School Life

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3 Min Read

Maximize medical student leadership skills with these insights

An understanding of essential leadership traits can empower medical students to drive meaningful change in a dynamic health care landscape.
David H. Aizuss, MD

Residents Transition to Attending

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7 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: David Aizuss, MD, ophthalmologist

In his private practice medical group, Dr. Aizuss can control his schedule, consult with talented colleagues and count on work-life balance.
Jennifer Abelson, MD

Students Specialty Profiles

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9 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in cardiothoracic surgery: Shadowing Dr. Abelson

AMA member Jennifer Abelson, MD, of Confluence Health, says the most rewarding part of heart surgery is getting a hug from a patient who feels better.
Yuka Tsukahara, MD

Residents Transition to Attending

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6 Min Read

Finding my place in medicine: Yuka Tsukahara, MD, PhD, family physician

Attracted by research potential and athlete diversity, Dr. Tsukahara chose University of Iowa Health Care to advance care in sports medicine.
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About Physician Professional Data™

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5 Min Read

AMA solution cuts credentialing burdens for doctors, hospitals

VeriCre leverages AMA’s verified physician data to expedite the application processing and verification component of credentialing. 
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Practice Management CPT®

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5 Min Read

Explore a successful APM and you’ll find smart use of CPT codes

An AMA-Manatt report details the vital role that CPT codes play in enabling health care’s evolution toward value-based care.