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Read the 2025 AMA Joy in Medicine® magazine to see if your organization has been recognized for dedication to physician well-being.

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Best way to improve physician well-being? It’s more than the EHR

Exclusive AMA data helps pinpoint how to address core drivers of burnout, stress and satisfaction.

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Promoting Physician Well-being CME

AMA members get exclusive access to a curated CME track which sets the stage to support physician well-being, build resilience and prioritize mental health in the workplace. 

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What’s behind the persistent gender gap in physician burnout

Exclusive AMA data shows women physicians are likelier to experience job stress and dissatisfaction, but smart health systems can make things better.

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Fighting for Physicians
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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy upcoming events

Learn more about upcoming events offered by the AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy. Topics include physician well-being, organizational workflows and more.

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Is your physician colleague at risk for suicide? Signs to look for

A CME module developed by the AMA lays out the telltale signs of suicide risk, as well as actionable responses—including for fellow physicians.

Physician Health

Develop leadership skills CME

Browse CME from American Association for Physician Leadership designed for physicians interested in developing their professional development.

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How Northwell Health built a physician-led well-being strategy

Northwell Health has cut doctor burnout by 17% through physician-led change, local well-being efforts and systemwide action.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of April 20, 2026

In the news: Hemoglobin levels linked to dementia risk, naloxone may not reverse overdoses from newer synthetic opioids, burnout declines third year in a row and more.

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Joy in Medicine: Mid-Atlantic Permanente
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Developing physician leaders for every stage of their career journey

At Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, physicians are supported with tailored opportunities to grow, connect and lead—from the moment they are hired until the day they retire.

Physician Health
Steps Forward Innovation Academy
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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaborative: Reducing Administrative Burden

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaborative will guide participants through strategies to reduce physician administrative burden in ambulatory medical practices and processes to facilitate change. 

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New initiatives shape the next phase of well-being work

With Bronze as a starting point, Sutter Health is launching initiatives to support physicians, such as implementing AI to reduce administrative burden.

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