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5 ways to recognize patient cues, understand needs

Empathetic listening can help physicians build stronger bonds with patients that aid health care. Though it seems simple, empathetic listening requires understanding how to recognize the cues that patients offer.

Prevention & Wellness
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11 new AMA policies patients should know

Physicians at the 2016 AMA Annual Meeting adopted 11 new policies to promote the betterment of public health. They range from preventing drug overdose to delaying school start times and supporting paid sick leave.

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AMA recognizes public health benefits of paid sick leave

The AMA adopted new policies today recognizing the public health benefits of paid sick leave and other discretionary time off.

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AMA adopts guidance to reduce harm from high intensity street lights

Strong arguments exist for overhauling roadway lighting systems with light emitting diodes (LED), but conversions to improper technology can have consequences.

Press Releases
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AMA adopts new public health policies to improve health of nation

The AMA, the premier national physician organization in the country, today voted to adopt new policies aimed at improving the health of the nation.

Press Releases
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AMA awards best new ideas for creating a healthier nation

The AMA recognized health care innovators at the organization's inaugural Healthier Nation Innovation Challenge.

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Putting patients at the center of health care: Medicine that works

The complexities of U.S. health care takes its toll on patients and physicians. Three stories look at the need to put patients back at the center of health care and see new ways to make the medical system better.

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Dr. Abraham Verghese looks at patient-physician relationship

AMA President Steven J. Stack, MD, sits down with Dr. Abraham Verghese, to discuss why the physician-patient relationship is central to medical education and practice.

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Dr. Abraham Verghese on how computers steal time with patients

Best-selling author Dr. Abraham Verghese looks at how technology, overwhelming amounts of data and burdensome regulations crowd the exam room. When computers steal time with patients, physicians suffer 4 ways.

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