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5 solutions to help ease physicians’ COVID-19 burnout

1 in 2 health professionals has been overworked and burned out during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how smart health care organizations are responding.

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Why health organizations should commit to fighting physician burnout

Now more than ever, health systems and organizations must commit to fighting physician burnout. Find out three reasons why.

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Mark Greenawald, MD, on intentional connections among colleagues

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing PeerRX, a program helping physicians connect with each other during the pandemic.

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Q&A: Why improving physicians’ well-being is an ongoing journey

AMA member William Barish, MD, reflects on his role as chief wellness officer and how he has had to adjust well-being efforts around COVID-19.

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May 13, 2021 ·
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Mickey Trockel, MD, PhD, and Niki Menon share findings on physician burnout

On May 13, 2021, the AMA held a webinar in the AMA STEPS Forward Innovation Academy series: "Association of Physician Burnout With Suicidal Ideation and Medical Errors." Watch the video and download the slides.

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This first-aid kit will help you treat stress in health care

Stress injuries go beyond physician burnout. Learn more with the AMA on how to help physicians and other health professionals.

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Apr 28, 2021 ·
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Experts discuss Stress First Aid, a peer support and self-care model

This webinar focused on Stress First Aid (SFA), a peer support and self-care model designed to improve self-care and assist peers in reducing the negative impacts of stress.

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May 7, 2021: State Advocacy Update

Washington is the first state to require PPE reimbursement and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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Why medical societies are in a unique position to address burnout

While research focuses on individual and organizational solutions to reduce physician burnout, professional medical societies are in a unique position to help.

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