Patient handing a physician a small gift.
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Ethics training module helps clarify professional boundaries

Treating kin. Posting work stories online. Are these practices OK? If so, when? A new educational module parses the issues.

Publications & Newsletters
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3 Min Read

N.Y. clinic revamps space for better workflow, patient experience

Better lighting, friendlier waiting areas, self-rooming and swiveling screens are some of the techniques employed after consulting with designers.

Sustainability
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5 Min Read

AMA, ACCME seek comments on proposal to align CME requirements

The AMA and ACCME are seeking comments on their proposal to simplify and align their expectations for accredited continuing medical education (CME) activities

Press Releases
Patient suffering from opioid addiction.
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Opioid-related morbidity and mortality: What every physician should know

Educational module offers background on opioid-related harm and safe use of opioids in patients experiencing pain.

Behavioral Health
Physician displaying prediabetes app on tablet for patient.
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4 Min Read

Is the patient at risk for diabetes? It’s a $100 billion question

The U.S. spends more on diabetes than on any other condition, but tools to help physicians and patients prevent the disease are well within reach.

Prevention & Wellness
Person communicating with three physicians on a computer.
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4 Min Read

New resource advises how to prevent, respond to trainee suicide

The ACGME and others launch an initiative to guide trainees in responding to distressed peers. It also offers help to those dealing with a suicide.

Improve GME
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6 Min Read

Earn MOC Part IV credit for your quality improvement activities

A pilot program gives physicians the chance to earn credit for the QI work they are already doing in their health care organizations.

AMA PRA Credit System
Steps Forward vector art for clinical decision.
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To scan or not to scan? 5 steps to decision support for imaging

Learn about new tools that can make it easier for you to cut down on unnecessary CT scans and MRIs.

Digital
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5 Min Read

How three boards are changing MOC Part III

Several boards have responded to physician concerns about MOC Part III by making meaningful changes to learning and assessment. Three boards are changing the process to best fit their specialists’ needs.

AMA PRA Credit System