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AMA Update for May 2, 2025: Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians
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Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the effects of social isolation among older physicians.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
Krista Bodrey, MD
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What it's like to specialize in general surgery: Shadowing Dr. Bodrey

Krista Bodrey, MD, of Confluence Health, says having empathy is essential for a general surgeon, as is being able to handle life-or-death situations.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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8 Min Read

Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the effects of social isolation among older physicians.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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Experiences of Ageism Among Senior Physicians: A Qualitative Study

Gain insights into the impact of ageism on senior physicians and discover actionable strategies for fostering a more inclusive medical environment.

Physician Health
Doctors and nurses in health care teamwork
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U.S. physician burnout hits lowest rate since COVID-19

Exclusive AMA data shows doctor burnout has fallen below 45%, but the job isn’t done. Health systems continue to work with the AMA to reduce burnout.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Rural landscape
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Big-city resident physicians get a taste of rural medicine

A four-week rotation at Sanford Health Bemidji gives Minneapolis residents exposure that could boost the supply of physicians practicing in rural areas. 

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
Bruce A. Scott, MD, at the Politico Health Care Summit 2025
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5 Min Read

Why fix Medicare now? There are 66 million reasons

That is how many patients rely on Medicare to access physician care. After fifth straight year of cuts, Congress must address systemic problems.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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AMA in the News: April 2025

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for April 2025.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
Physician uses a tablet
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E/M changes have led to more clinically meaningful documentation

Changes developed by the AMA and adopted by CMS to simplify E/M documentation have made these tasks more relevant, says physician survey.

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CPT®
Fighting for Physicians