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Economics

Physicians weigh in on DACA case before Supreme Court

Physicians tell the U.S. Supreme Court that eliminating the current policy would worsen physician shortages and hamper emergency preparedness.

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Leadership

5 IMG physicians who speak up for patients and fellow doctors

International medical graduates (IMGs) account for more than 23% of physicians in the United States and play a vital role in health care. Compared with U.S.
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International Medical Education

How IMGs have changed the face of American medicine

The AMA’s inaugural IMG Recognition Week kicks off with a look at the numbers that detail this vital part of the U.S. physician workforce.

Barbara A. Hummel, MD

Physician Diversity

For growing number of doctors, life in medicine extends into 70s

Now they qualify for Medicare, but spend much of their days treating Medicare patients. A 75-year-old family doctor shares her secrets on staying sharp.

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Specialty Profiles

These medical specialties have the biggest gender imbalances

Which medical specialties are most popular among male and female physicians entering residency? Time to run the numbers.

Women in Medicine advocates

Leadership

12 women using their platforms to advocate for physicians, patients

Learn more about a dynamic dozen of AMA members moving medicine on issues such as medical and media literacy, human trafficking and pediatric diseases.

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Physician Health

How to tackle burnout among women physicians

Physician burnout can affect male and female doctors in different ways. Here are some ways to address physician burnout among female physicians.

Esther Choo, MD

Physician Diversity

5 ways to target medicine’s gender inequities

Gender inequity influences physician satisfaction and the quality of patient care. Time’s Up in Healthcare leader Esther Choo, MD, offers a path forward.

Essential Physician Diversity Tools & Resources

Advisory Committee on LGBTQ Issues

Minority Affairs Section

Senior Physicians Section

Women Physicians Section

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