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Read the 2025 AMA Joy in Medicine® magazine to see if your organization has been recognized for dedication to physician well-being.

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Steps Forward Innovation Academy
Dec 10, 2025 ·
5 Min Read

AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaborative: Reducing Administrative Burden

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaborative will guide participants through strategies to reduce physician administrative burden in ambulatory medical practices and processes to facilitate change. 

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8 Min Read

Physician well-being work doesn’t stop at recognition

Texas Children’s Pediatrics views Bronze-level recognition as fuel for its ongoing, systemwide transformation journey to reduce physician burnout.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
Sep 28 - 30, 2026 ·
1 Min Read

International Conference on Physician Health™

The International Conference on Physician Health will be held Sept. 28-30, 2026. Learn more.

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3 Min Read

Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program

The Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program empowers health systems to reduce burnout. Learn about the program, access the guidelines PDF and find out how to apply.

Physician Health
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6 Min Read

March 6, 2026: National Advocacy Update

How physician leadership guides licensing and credentialing application reform, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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4 Min Read

March 6, 2026: State Advocacy Update

Medical societies urge California to authorize physician health program, and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
Joy in Medicine: Texas Children's Pediatrics
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11 Min Read

Giving physicians a seat at the table, and a team to optimize care

Texas Children’s Pediatrics improves thriving scores by 14% through support teams, well-being programs, and enhancing the physician voice on committees. 

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

Congress extends Dr. Lorna Breen law for five years

The AMA fought to reauthorize this legislation that helps cut stigma on physician burnout, well-being and seeking professional mental health support.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Jun 16, 2026 ·
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Journey to Joy in Medicine®—Assessment

This webinar explores the Assessment domain in the AMA Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program, where experts discuss practical strategies on advancing well-being. Learn more.

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