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4 Min Read

6 fantastic novels doctors recommend for your summer reading list

Physicians and medical students can’t sustain themselves on medical reading alone. AMA members outline some of their favorite fiction reads. 

Specialty Profiles
Bespectacled professional
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5 Min Read

Ageism has an impact on older-adult patients—and their physicians

Recently published AMA research sheds light on the experiences of physicians 65 and older. A panel of expert physicians weighs in.

Health Equity
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6 Min Read

July 11, 2025: National Advocacy Update

A number of key issues need to be addressed in Senate Reconciliation package and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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4 Min Read

July 11, 2025: State Advocacy Update

University of California-San Diego Health system's ongoing efforts to support physician well-being and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
AMA Update for July 10, 2025: Biggest challenges for pediatricians: Physician burnout, addressing misinformation and more (index only)
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14 Min Read

Biggest challenges for pediatricians: Physician burnout, addressing misinformation and more

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the top challenges that pediatricians are facing today. 

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Physician Health
AMA Update
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14 Min Read

Biggest challenges for pediatricians: Physician burnout, addressing misinformation and more [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the top challenges that pediatricians are facing today. 

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
Pediatrician treats a young patient
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7 Min Read

Smart tools are helping pediatricians build stronger relationships

AI-supported documentation allows Texas Children’s Pediatrics physicians to spend less time on notes, more on building trust, balance and understanding.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
Three health care workers walk down a hallway
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7 Min Read

Burnout down for women physicians, yet closing gender gap still key

Exclusive AMA survey shows that less than half of women physicians report burnout as health systems ramp up efforts to support and improve well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: Being authentic and vulnerable

ind resources on promoting well-being among health care workers.

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Sustainability
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week