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Dealing with upheaval to physician practices and medical education

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by supporting medical education during the pandemic and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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6 Min Read

6 big things that must change to beat physician burnout

There’s a need for collective, coordinated action across all levels of the health care system to combat physician burnout. Find out how to lay the foundation for change.

Physician Health
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How medical school coaches can help with clerkships, Match

Medical training is a time of constant change that can make medical students feel chronically unsettled. A coach’s guidance can be invaluable.

ChangeMedEd Initiative
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6 handy guides to save up to 3 hours a day in your practice

If one of your 2020 resolutions is to cut down on wasted time in your physician practice, these new AMA resources can help.

Sustainability
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Burnout prevention can begin in medical school, residency training

The learning environment presents numerous challenges to medical student and resident well-being. An AMA webinar uncovers practical organizational solutions.

Med Student Health
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4 keys to maintaining personal wellness during USMLE prep

Preparing for the Step 1 exam is one of the most stressful parts of training. These tips can help you try to keep perspective during that period.

USMLE® Step 1 & 2
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19 Min Read

Physician well-being: Developing a culture of wellness

Medical schools must provide their students with the resources and support needed to face burnout. The alternative could be tragedy.

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Med Student Health
Moving Medicine Podcast
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3 Min Read

At risk for depression in medical school? Know the key factors

Individual, demographic and school-related factors are linked to a higher risk of developing depression in medical school.

Med Student Health
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12 Min Read

Well-being 101: Elevate the conversation

At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, students learn the importance of recognizing one’s limits, but more importantly, not to fear talking about it.

Physician Health