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AMA releases new principles for augmented intelligence (AI) development, deployment, and use (PDF)—a critical step toward fostering a consistent governance structure for advancements in health care technology.

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AMA: Congress prevents chaos but Medicare cuts remain

120 health care organizations joined the American Medical Association in a letter to congressional leaders urging them to fix the flawed Medicare payment system.

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Congressional action is needed—now—on Medicare payment reform

Older adults everywhere, and the physicians who care for them, are counting on Congress to prevent yet another round of Medicare payment cuts.

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We know how to overcome medicine’s crisis. Let’s find the will.

The insidious burnout epidemic is profoundly affecting physicians. Addressing the many factors driving it is not a partisan issue.

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New tools available to combat respiratory illness this season

As vaccine ambassadors, physicians can promote public health by counseling patients to protect themselves against respiratory illness.

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