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      Why digital options must be part of fight against prediabetes

      Growing evidence base shows effective lifestyle change does not have to occur in person. Learn more about digital type 2 diabetes prevention.
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      For patients with prediabetes, find lifestyle support that fits

      Brief counseling about prediabetes is valuable, but physicians can dive deeper and get patients the right help to avoid type 2 diabetes.
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      In battle against doctor burnout, reading—for fun—is fundamental

      Organizational change is key, but reading for pleasure can boost physician well-being, research shows. Find out how.
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      How Apple Watch might improve outcomes for these 1 million patients

      Aim of smartwatch app is to deliver better care for the 1 million patients each year who have a hip or knee replaced.
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      Coaching isn’t just for the business world anymore. Physician experts explain how coaching can help medical students, medical residents and doctors in practice.
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      The case: A 52-year-old woman has a rash on her face, back, arms and hands. After starting high-dose steroids, what is the next step?
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      Doctors tell court: Medicare must seek comment before rule changes

      Without feedback, government rules become unclear, burdensome and costly, the AMA Litigation Center tells the U.S. Supreme Court in an amicus brief.

      8 physician advocacy wins that set the stage for 2019

      Despite D.C. turmoil, doctors score key victories at national, state levels on physician payment, gun violence, regulatory relief and more. Find out the AMA’s 2019 policy targets.
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      Medical laws and ethics: What to do when conflicts occur

      Physicians have tough decisions to make when medical ethics and law come into conflict. Learn how to properly weigh the two when faced with the dilemma.

      Physician obligations don’t end when patients pursue care abroad

      The medical tourism trend can upend patient expectations and physician responsibilities. New AMA ethics policy seeks to clarify the matter.
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      2018 MAS Interim Meeting Highlights

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      The Advisory Committee on LGBTQ Issues 2018 Interim Meeting highlights

      View the highlights of the meeting in National Harbor, Maryland.
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