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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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Erica Bechtel, MD
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What it's like to specialize in PM&R: Shadowing Dr. Bechtel

For Erica Bechtel, MD, of Confluence Health, the reward in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) is helping patients regain function.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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6 Min Read

Preventing physician suicide

Taking proactive steps to identify and address physician distress can help to ensure the well-being of colleagues. Learn more.

Physician Health
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6 Min Read

Primary care group transforms EHR use, slashes burnout by 64%

CenterWell Senior Primary Care leveraged AI and streamlined workflows to reduce documentation load and enhance physician satisfaction and patient care.

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Health System Spotlight
Aug 5, 2025 ·
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Organizational Biopsy® Key Findings

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar provides a deep dive into the AMA’s 2024 Organizational Biopsy® findings.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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4 Min Read

AMA STEPS Forward® Learning Collaboratives FAQs

Explore the frequently asked questions about AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Learning Collaboratives.

Physician Health
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7 Min Read

More doctors feel supported by health organization leaders

AMA survey finds rising physician trust in leadership, signaling progress in reducing burnout and building a more resilient health care system.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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5 Min Read

In fight against doctor burnout, health systems must show commitment

Don’t just talk up efforts to improve physician well-being. Make lower burnout a reality and get AMA recognition by following this road map.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Pearl of the week: What you don’t know can derail the visit

Learn how pre-visit planning helps avoid last-minute surprises.

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Digital
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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5 Min Read

Assessment is step 1 to cut physician burnout in your health system

The AMA has recognized over 130 organizations for well-being efforts. Measuring burnout is essential to understanding and addressing system issues.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians