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Physician onboarding isn’t a formality. It’s a cultural lynchpin.

New research shows it’s correlated with physician satisfaction. A champion of physician well-being shares tips for building an effective program.

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Physician Health
Transitioning to Practice
Natasha Prince, MD
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What it's like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Prince

Natasha Prince, MD, an ob-gyn, says that while days can be long, nothing beats being involved in the birth of a baby.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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Bruce Scott, MD, on why patients are having difficulties getting doctor appointments

AMA President Bruce Scott, MD, appeared on the TODAY show discussing physician burnout and the long waits patients are encountering when they try to set up a doctor's appointment.

Speeches
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Take these 7 steps to ensure physicians get “real PTO”

Too many physicians either do not take enough time off or are busy working on the EHR during vacation. The AMA outlines how to protect time off.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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AMA in the News: August 2024

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for August 2024.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
Stressed doctor talks on telephone
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Just 15% of doctors say prior auth “peers” deserve that title

Exclusive AMA survey shows use of peer-to-peer reviews for prior authorization is rising, but those “peers” usually aren’t qualified to make the call.

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Prior Authorization
Fighting for Physicians
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Addressing the mental health elephant in the room

In this episode of the Moving Medicine podcast, in collaboration with PermanenteDocs Chat, learn about overcoming the stigma of mental health in the medical community.

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Physician Health
Moving Medicine Podcast
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In gauging physician burnout, not all surveys measure up

Measuring burnout comes first, but what comes next? That is what Marshfield Clinic Health System is learning by measuring with the AMA.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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“Medspeak” can shut down effective communication with patients

Physician efforts to deliver the right care at the right time can be foiled by using the wrong words. Get expert advice to improve communication.

AMA STEPS Forward®