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Public health: The challenges and opportunities physicians face with Frederick Chen, MD, MPH
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6 simple ways to master patient communication

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13 health systems that are innovating to move medicine forward

On prior authorization, telehealth, climate change, health equity and more—these health systems led the way during a trying year. Learn how.

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Health System Spotlight
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Tripledemic ramps up need for clear, constant scientific communication

Vaccines can help reduce flu and COVID-19 hospitalization risk, says JAMA editor-in-chief Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, MD, PhD, MAS. Learn more.

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How patient simulations revive the art of bedside manner

At Saint Peter’s Healthcare System in New Jersey, a simulation center helps teach medical students and resident physicians the human side of medicine.

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Tips for teaching good bedside manner with Nayan Kothari, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about tips for teaching good bedside manner.

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AMA Update Podcast
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Tips for teaching good bedside manner with Nayan Kothari, MD

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about tips for teaching good bedside manner.

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Improve GME
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Time to reinforce ties between patients, doctors and public health

Family physician Frederick M. Chen, MD, MPH, is the AMA’s new chief heath and science officer. Learn what gives him hope for medicine’s tomorrow.

Infectious Diseases
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Q&A: Communications effort yields better, faster patient visits

Check what the patient already knows. Show empathy. It can make for more efficient visits. That’s what University of Iowa Health has experienced.

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Q&A: He helps doctors improve their nutrition knowledge—and act on it

Patients often ask their doctors about nutrition. But some physicians may not know what to say. AMA member Stephen Devries, MD, is changing that.

Prevention & Wellness
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Public health: The challenges and opportunities physicians face with Frederick Chen, MD, MPH [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities physicians face in public health.

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