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12 Min Read

What we’ve learned about COVID-19, burnout and the doctor shortage

Employment is bouncing back to pre-pandemic levels for most health professionals. For physicians, the exit door is widening further. Find out why.

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4 Min Read

In stressful times for women doctors, self-care can go a long way

While burnout is a systems issue, especially amid the pandemic, two women physicians detail the power of reclaiming control and asking for help.

Physician Health
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Maureen Leffler, MD
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10 Min Read

Q&A: Helping doctors find the leader in themselves to cut burnout

Maureen Leffler, MD, says that leadership skills give doctors what they need to change the system, influence others and find joy in work.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

4 steps to boost your well-being as a doctor amid pandemic’s crush

Physician burnout requires systemic solutions, but a Cleveland Clinic physician leader offers ideas to help doctors reclaim some peace of mind.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

Inside one health system’s $2.9 million plan to fight burnout

With thousands of its health professionals burned out, Ochsner Health secured $2.9 million in federal grants to work on well-being. Learn more.

Physician Health
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3 Min Read

Why physician well-being is a two-way street

Cedars-Sinai psychiatrist says Waguih IsHak, MD, says addressing burnout amid COVID-19 requires team effort from doctors, health care organizations.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

With a physician workforce in distress, set up peer support to help

To safeguard the well-being of physicians and other health professionals, organizations need a plan for now—not later. Learn more with the AMA.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Scott Pasichow, MD
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6 Min Read

First came burnout, next suicidal thoughts—then this resident got help

Things looked good on paper for 2nd-year resident Scott Pasichow, MD. But inside, they got worse. What his journey can teach other resident physicians.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Tips and tools to help keep your private practice open during COVID-19 [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by addressing challenges for private practices.

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Private Practices
AMA Update Podcast
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