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Ambient scribes and AI feel like magic in health care

Brian Hoberman, MD, of The Permanente Medical Group, leverages augmented intelligence (AI) to improve patient care and reduce physician burdens.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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In 1st physician job, how much of your week will be spent on the EHR?

Researchers examine nearly 200,000 physicians’ EHR logs and develop a new way to compare apples to apples on clerical burdens.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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New Congress can create lasting legacy of health reform

The new Congress should streamline prior authorization, reform Medicare and extend telehealth flexibilities—issues that enjoy bipartisan support.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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How bad epidemiological data can drive distrust in health care

It can bias how evidence is applied in clinical practice, exacerbating health inequities. The problem takes on more importance in the era of big data.

Ethics
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What is physician burnout?

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.

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Physician Health
Health Care Definitions
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How health AI can be a physician’s “co-pilot” to improve care

Physicians and health IT should collaborate to monitor AI tools for safe use, starting with low-risk cases to cut administrative burdens.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
AMA Update for Jan. 10, 2025: AMA advocacy efforts for 2025: Fixing Medicare now, prior authorization reform and more
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AMA advocacy efforts for 2025: Fixing Medicare now, prior authorization reform and more

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AMA's advocacy efforts for 2025.

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Federal Advocacy
AMA Update
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AMA advocacy efforts for 2025: Fixing Medicare now, prior authorization reform and more [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AMA's advocacy efforts for 2025.

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Federal Advocacy
AMA Update Podcast
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Put care into your messages to patients, says virtual-first MD

Did you get the patient’s message? Let them know. Sutter Health internist Matthew Sakumoto, MD, says clearing the inbox benefits from a human touch.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians