Physician Health
Tait Shanafelt, MD—the first-ever health care chief wellness officer (CWO) appointed at an academic medical center—examines the CWO’s essential role.
A successful well-being strategy must be a specific plan, describing what is included and—perhaps more importantly—what isn’t. Learn with the AMA.
Being open about mental health needs has helped the Louisiana health system to work upstream to support the well-being of physicians and staff.
A chief wellness officer doesn’t need to lead every well-being effort. Instead, they can influence others and create new programs. Learn more with the AMA.
Physician burnout is an epidemic in the U.S. health care system. Learn more what experts are saying about burnout and how to address it with the AMA.
As the U.S. recovers from pandemic’s worst, it’s time to address the burnout crisis. Surgeon general’s advisory draws on many AMA-developed resources.
Chief wellness officers (CWOs) must surround themselves with the right people ¬to bring about effective organizational change. Learn more with the AMA.
Chief wellness officers (CWOs) can help improve a practice environment’s efficiency and culture. Learn more with the AMA.
The AMA’s bold advocacy, innovative research and actionable resources help tackle burnout’s key causes. Join the movement to fight burnout and provide relief for physicians.
