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Willie Underwood III, MD, at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the HOD
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Willie Underwood III, MD, wins office of AMA president-elect

A urological surgeon from Buffalo, New York, Dr. Underwood will become AMA president in June 2026. Catch up on the other AMA election results.

AMA Elections
James Murray, MD

James Murray, MD

James Murray, MD, serves as small/medium group slotted seat for the Integrated Physician Practice Section Governing Council at the American Medical Association.

Integrated Physician Practices
Manu Malhotra, MD

Manu Malhotra, MD

Manu Malhotra, MD, serves as large group seat on the Integrated Physician Practices Section Governing Council at the American Medical Association.

Integrated Physician Practices
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Time off is trending: As doctor vacations tick up, burnout drops

An exclusive AMA survey shows more doctors are using their vacation days, thanks to shifting attitudes and growing support from health systems.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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8 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about myocarditis

Inflammation of the heart sounds scary—and it can be. Lauren Weber, MD, a cardiologist at Confluence Health, discusses what to know about myocarditis. 

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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One doctor’s journey from burnout to purposeful practice

With Privia Health, physicians in private practice reclaim autonomy, elevate patient care and rediscover professional fulfillment. 

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
Sunscreen
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What doctors wish patients knew about wearing sunscreen

Most people do not wear sunscreen properly. Two dermatologists explain what to look for and how to properly apply sunscreen, no matter the season.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Therapy caps hinder recovery: Physicians push for policy reform

Millions face preventable disability due to inadequate rehab access. A nonprofit is working to standardize exceptions and improve coverage.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Health System Spotlight
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How health systems can help doctors reclaim joy, purpose and balance

Empowered by methodical problem solving and refining use of technology, R. John Sawyer, PhD, is taking on physician burnout head on at Ochsner Health.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight