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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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2 Min Read

Managing mental health during COVID-19

AMA provides strategies and resources for physicians to manage their mental well-being while also caring for patients during the pandemic or any other crisis.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA COVID-19 Guides
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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
Janis M. Orlowski, MD, and Gerald E. Harmon, MD
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10 Min Read

Doctor shortages are here—and they’ll get worse if we don’t act fast

Two of America’s most influential physician voices detail what’s driving the shortage, how the pandemic’s exacerbating it, and how it can be overcome.

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Sustainability
Moving Medicine Podcast
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
Elderly patient and physician
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11 Min Read

How an aging nation, COVID-19 stretch the doctor workforce thin

Action is needed soon to avert a doctor shortage fueled by an aging physician workforce and a U.S. population that is both growing and graying.

Sustainability
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14 Min Read

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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14 Min Read

Tips and tools to help keep your private practice open during COVID-19

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

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Private Practices
AMA Update