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6 steps to measuring physician burnout—and then reversing it

An AMA toolkit offers practical ways organizations can assess physician burnout and improve well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the Week: Engage physicians in practice innovation

Find resources on developing the Scholars of Wellness program at your organization.

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Physician Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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Take these 7 steps to ensure physicians get “real PTO”

Too many physicians either do not take enough time off or are busy working on the EHR during vacation. The AMA outlines how to protect time off.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Finding the right physician job means finding the right community

Considering a job in an unfamiliar geographic area is tricky. A physician recruiter has tips for figuring out if it’s right for you and your family.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Pearl of the Week: Set expectations about using the patient portal

Find resources on optimizing the patient portal and saving time in your practice.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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“Medspeak” can shut down effective communication with patients

Physician efforts to deliver the right care at the right time can be foiled by using the wrong words. Get expert advice to improve communication.

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Pearl of the Week: Ask more about regulatory requirements

Find resources on how to reduce regulatory burden. 

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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Exclusive AMA survey reveals who is hit hardest by doctor burnout

Nationwide survey of more than 12,400 physicians shows how administrative burdens drive burnout and prompt doctors to consider leaving their practices.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the Week: Normalize, support and celebrate PTO

Find resources on changing the practice culture around taking paid time off.

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Physician Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week