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The physician shortage will worsen—unless Congress acts now

Congress has an opportunity to reverse the worsening physician shortage and bolster access to care for millions of people. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of June 9, 2025

In the news: Salmonella outbreak tied to egg recall, impact of transportation modes on dementia risk, mental health recovery after COVID and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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National physician burnout study: Latest statistics on burnout in health care and doctor well-being [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the national physician burnout study.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for June 13, 2025: National physician burnout study: Latest statistics on burnout in health care and doctor well-being
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National physician burnout study: Latest statistics on burnout in health care and doctor well-being

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the national physician burnout study.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
Carl Lambert, MD
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What it’s like in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Lambert

Carl Lambert, MD, of Rush Medical Center, says the best part of family medicine is journeying and seeing patients through challenging situations. 

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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State advocacy

Download an Advocacy Resource Center brochure PDF to learn how the AMA is relentlessly working to advance important state legislative issues that protect patients and physicians.

State Advocacy
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7 Min Read

AI scribes save 15,000 hours—and restore the human side of medicine

After 2.5 million uses in one year, The Permanente Medical Group’s ambient AI scribes ease documentation burden, reduce burnout, and improve communication.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
Delegate at the podium at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the HOD
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6 Min Read

Make sure health AI works for patients and physicians

The AMA House of Delegates outlines steps that must be taken to ensure the technology remains an asset, even as health AI keeps evolving.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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10 Min Read

Becoming president of the American Medical Association and his plans for the future of medicine [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Dr. Mukkamala's plans as the new AMA president.

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Leadership
AMA Update Podcast