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Growing a well-being program, the value of a chief wellness officer and well-being program examples [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about well-being programs.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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Measuring and addressing physician burnout

Research shows that large-scale change is needed to address the ongoing physician burnout crisis. Learn more about the AMA's efforts.

Physician Health
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Burnout falls, but still hits these 6 physician specialties most

New AMA data shows overall drop in doctor burnout reflected in specialties with highest burnout rates. Texas Children’s Pediatrics shares how to help.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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5 MIN READ

Physician burnout rate drops below 50% for first time in 4 years

Exclusive AMA data shows reprieve after record high in COVID-19 emergency. Smart health systems are working with the AMA to boost well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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5 MIN READ

Small steps add up to much less “pajama time” for physicians

Find out how Confluence Health has cut the amount of time our physicians spend in the EHR after hours by 25%.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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5 MIN READ

Focus on these 6 areas to boost physician well-being

Health systems are making strides in reducing burnout and improving well-being. But more must be done. Learn how to receive recognition from the AMA.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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4 MIN READ

Follow this expert advice to make physician well-being a priority

AMA Board of Trustees Chair Willie Underwood III, MD, MSc, MPH, outlines what health care organizations should do to reduce physician burnout.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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14 MIN READ

With health care in crisis, AMA continues fighting for physicians

Dr. Ehrenfeld reflects on a year of bold AMA advocacy, spotlighting threat of broken Medicare payment system.

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To fine-tune physician leadership and cut burnout, pick up a book

Leadership is more than clinical expertise. Find out how doctors at Confluence Health are boosting skills and organization values through a book club.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight