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AMA Physician Well-Being Program

The AMA Physician Well-Being Program empowers physicians with the knowledge, tools and resources to succeed in their chosen model of practice. Learn more.

Physician Health
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6 Min Read

Show physicians they’re valued by helping them develop professionally

Spending time developing your professional interests can help stave off burnout. Here’s how leaders can help physicians find their niche.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Nearly 55% of physicians feel valued by their organization

This shift is one of the most powerful tools in the fight against physician burnout. And health systems are taking steps to help doctors feel valued. 

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about ongoing efforts to improve physician well-being.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for May 23, 2025: Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care
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14 Min Read

Career reflections on improving burnout, practice efficiency, physician well-being and patient care

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about ongoing efforts to improve physician well-being.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
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Practice Transformation: Research

AMA’s work in practice transformation aims to create the conditions where joy, purpose & meaning are possible for physicians & other health professionals.

Sustainability
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6 Min Read

Loneliness is epidemic, even among older-adult physicians

A new survey of more than 10,000 U.S. physicians 65 or older finds that nearly one five experiences a high degree of loneliness.

Physician Health
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What’s it mean to be a young physician? First, professionalism

As they look toward transitioning to practice, resident physicians might wonder what older generations are likely to expect of them. 

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Physician Health
Transitioning to Practice
Lyndsay Harshman, MD
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Finding the right fit with clinical care and research

Pediatric nephrologist Lyndsay Harshman, MD, MS, expertly balances delivering excellent care with leading research to further advance her field.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight