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For Sutter Health, an “Aha!” moment on physician well-being

Learn how the California health system’s leaders have changed their credentialing applications to better support doctors.

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Fighting for Physicians

Membership fights burnout

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.

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Two leaders with one mission: To improve physician well-being

Geisinger’s physician–administrator partnership shows how shared leadership turns well-being goals into lasting systemwide change.

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After adverse events, peer support helps physicians heal

Sutter Health built tiered peer support programs to help physicians and staff cope with the emotional toll of adverse outcomes and strengthen well-being.

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AMA taps Heather Farley, MD, MHCDS, to advance physician well-being

Dr. Farley takes helm as VP of professional satisfaction. In a Q&A, she details her vision to boost national efforts to further reduce doctor burnout.

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In burnout battle, look to the art world for inspiration

At Bayhealth, a collaboration with a local art museum is harnessing creativity to help physicians recharge and rediscover joy in their work.

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Physician peer support is vital. Here’s what it should look like.

Find out how health care organizations can help doctors struggling with burnout, mental health challenges or substance-use disorder.

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How to cultivate physician leaders—and head off doctor burnout

Smart health systems should follow this AMA road map to nurture physician leadership and improve doctors’ well-being.

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Steps Forward Innovation Academy
Dec 10, 2025 ·
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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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Joy in Medicine®: Criteria

The Joy in Medicine® program centers on criteria across six pillars that contribute to well-being. Learn more about the program criteria. 

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