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Brad Dreifuss, MD. looks at an Arizona initiative helping front-line physicians

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 with a special segment on Arizona's HCW Hosted.

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The physicians behind Brief19, created by doctors for doctors

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 Brief19, a daily round up of COVID-19 research and policy created by doctors for doctors.

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Virtual resilience rounds help physicians navigate moral distress

To address the ethical challenges many health professionals are facing during the pandemic, Johns Hopkins University launched moral resilience rounds.

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4 ways COVID-19 is causing moral distress among physicians

Learn more about some of the reasons physicians and other health professionals may experience moral distress as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

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Maintaining a human touch when using telehealth platforms

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 how to maintain the human touch when using telehealth.

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Why smarter self-care is a win-win for doctors—and their patients

While system-level solutions to prevent physician burnout are most effective, self-care such as healthy eating can also play a role. Find out more from the AMA.

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39% say coronavirus stress, worry is taking mental health toll

Physicians and other health professionals also are seeing an impact on mental well-being. The AMA offers resources to help patients and doctors cope.

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COVID-19 intensifies need for mental health care services

As reports come in about the pandemic’s effect on mental health, integrating behavioral health care will be key to increasing access to essential treatment.

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Mental health and COVID-19: How a psychiatrist tackles fear, anxiety

Patients are struggling to deal with new and terrifying uncertainties. AMA member Kenneth Fuller, MD, shares his coping techniques.

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