Pharmacist speaks with customer
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Physician-led care is best prescription for health of nation

Allowing pharmacists to diagnose conditions and prescribe medications far exceeds their training and jeopardizes patient health. 

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Scope of Practice
Leadership Viewpoints
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Pearl of the week: The science of human factors

Practical strategies for reducing cognitive load and improving workflow efficiency in a health care environment.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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In “silver tsunami,” physician-led teams optimize postacute care

Physician oversight of rehabilitation care is vital. Find out how Medrina ensures doctors lead the rehab medicine care team.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaboratives

Help your organization improve in important areas of practice, including workflow, teamwork and clinician well-being, with guidance from our physician leaders.

Physician Health
2025 Interim Meeting Reference Committee B
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4 ways the AMA is working to stop scope creep

Delegates strengthen AMA advocacy for physician-led, team-based care in ophthalmology, obstetrics, pathology and more.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the week: Efficient diabetes management

Start with small, achievable goals and celebrate improved outcomes.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
Health care team in surgical preparation room
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6 Min Read

When health care teams run short, physician burnout rises

AMA data shows how inadequate staffing takes a toll on well-being and retention across physician specialties. Smart health systems are making a change.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Health care worker assist a patient at a mammogram exam
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Population health approach boosts breast-cancer screening outcomes

Atlantic Health uses a team-based model to expand access and improve care for patients at high risk for breast cancer.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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Federal court agrees: NPs can’t call themselves “doctor”

The AMA and California Medical Association provided evidence on patient confusion over nonphysician providers’ titles and training. 

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians