Is your health system on the list?

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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AMA announces 2025 Joy in Medicine recognized health organizations

Physician burnout still at crisis levels—AMA honors organizations leading the fight.

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Joy in Medicine®: Recognized organizations

Find the recognition years, levels and locations for all currently recognized organizations in the Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program.

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109 health systems honored for advancing physician well-being

Recognized by the AMA’s Joy in Medicine program, these organizations are leading the way in addressing burnout and promoting physician well-being.

Physician Health
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What I've learned as a lawyer reviewing physician contracts

The CEO of a physician contract review and negotiation company details what residents should keep in mind as they transition to practice.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Are licensing/credentialing bodies required to probe into past mental health or substance use?

Get real answers from the AMA to common myths about licensing and credentialing bodies’ inquiry of physician mental health. 

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Sustainability
Debunking Regulatory Myths
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How to support physicians facing trauma

Helping physicians recover from trauma shows they’re valued. Leaders and organizations play a vital role in supporting physician well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the week: Communicate thoughtfully

Find resources on optimizing communication and teamwork at a physician practice. 

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Payment & Delivery Models
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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How to cultivate physician leaders—and head off doctor burnout

Smart health systems should follow this AMA road map to nurture physician leadership and improve doctors’ well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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With virtual program at Ochsner Health, 70% of patients skip the ED

Through the Louisiana-based health system’s virtual emergency department, dedicated visits and navigators reroute non‑emergent cases, cut wait times and enhance care.

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