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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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Joy in Medicine magazine (index) non-gated
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Data-driven steps to strengthen support for nephrologists

With guidance from the AMA, Dallas Nephrology Associates is turning their well-being survey results into initiatives that bolster efficiency and growth.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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5 tips for balancing well-being and finances after physician residency

After the pressure cooker of residency training, it is natural to have that “Wait, now what?” reaction. Get some great advice on how to move ahead.

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Resident Wellness
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Pearl of the week: Turn compliance training into CME

Learn how new strategies could make compliance training more supportive of physician well-being.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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Strengthening recruitment and retention with meaningful engagement

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is elevating physicians’ needs by improving workflows through ongoing dialogues, all while helping their community.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Shared culture of well-being drives systemwide recognition

Through unified well-being efforts, Advocate Health earned recognition from the AMA’s Joy in Medicine program across its entire system.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Finding my place in medicine: David Aizuss, MD, ophthalmologist

In his private practice medical group, Dr. Aizuss can control his schedule, consult with talented colleagues and count on work-life balance.

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Transition to Attending
Finding My Place in Medicine
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Amplifying the human touch while cutting documentation burden

At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, AI helps close care gaps, streamline notes and reduce pajama time, supporting stronger patient-physician connection.

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Health System Spotlight
Physicians and health care icons
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5 Min Read

A 4-step path to team-based rooming that saves physicians time

Strengthened team roles in rooming and discharge can improve practice flow, ease burdens and support physician well-being. Learn more with the AMA. 

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Dec. 19, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Medical Licensing Board of Indiana makes changes to support physician well-being and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update