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Jeffrey Pratt, MD
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What it's like to specialize in orthopaedic surgery: Shadowing Dr. Pratt

Jeffrey Pratt, MD, MPH, of Confluence Health, says one of the keys to being a successful orthopaedic surgeon is committing to the work on a daily basis.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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4 Min Read

White House AI plan could help boost transparency, oversight

Strong physician representation is needed to ensure that health AI is transparent and has the right oversight so it works for patients and doctors.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
AMA in Action: Clearing IMGs’ route to practice
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5 Min Read

Advocacy in action: Clearing IMGs’ route to practice

International medical graduates (IMGs) play a critical role in U.S. health care. Learn how the AMA works to help IMGs meet the nation’s health needs.

International Med Ed
Bobby Mukkamala, MD
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4 Min Read

Why AMA’s president feels called to improve the nation’s health

After surviving a brain tumor, AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, MD, has been on a “journey of revelation” about the U.S. health system.

Leadership
Three physicians walk together in a hallway
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6 Min Read

Burnout eases for doctors at every career stage as support rises

Exclusive AMA survey data shows physician burnout rates are down, while job satisfaction and feeling valued have risen across all post-training years.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the week: Understanding burnout in a GME program

Find resources on promoting well-being among residents and fellows. 

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Resident Wellness
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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18 Min Read

Physician cybersecurity

Viruses, malware and hackers pose a threat to patients and physician practices. Find resources to protect patient health records and other data from cyberattacks.

Digital
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6 Min Read

7 prior authorization terms that drive every doctor to distraction

Consult this handy glossary to better grasp the frustrating cost-control practice and learn how the AMA leads the charge to fix prior authorization. 

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Prior Authorization
Terms Every Doctor Should Know
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3 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of July 14, 2025

In the news: Latest statistics on data breaches, nimbus variant leads rise in COVID-19 cases, GLP-1s may increase risk of severe acid reflux and more. 

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