Is your health system on the list?

Read the 2025 AMA Joy in Medicine® magazine to see if your organization has been recognized for dedication to physician well-being.

Learn More
Joy in Medicine magazine (index) non-gated
Clear Search
Figures collaborate with multimedia icons
·
6 Min Read

Show physicians they’re valued by helping them develop professionally

Spending time developing your professional interests can help stave off burnout. Here’s how leaders can help physicians find their niche.

series
Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
·
8 Min Read

July 25, 2025: National Advocacy Update

AMA expresses strong concern over proposed rulemaking on Medicaid provider tax reforms and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
Light bulbs
·
4 Min Read

White House AI plan could help boost transparency, oversight

Strong physician representation is needed to ensure that health AI is transparent and has the right oversight so it works for patients and doctors.

series
Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Jeffrey Pratt, MD
·
5 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in orthopaedic surgery: Shadowing Dr. Pratt

Jeffrey Pratt, MD, MPH, of Confluence Health, says one of the keys to being a successful orthopaedic surgeon is committing to the work on a daily basis.

series
Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
Three physicians walk together in a hallway
·
6 Min Read

Burnout eases for doctors at every career stage as support rises

Exclusive AMA survey data shows physician burnout rates are down, while job satisfaction and feeling valued have risen across all post-training years.

series
Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
·
1 Min Read

Pearl of the week: Understanding burnout in a GME program

Find resources on promoting well-being among residents and fellows. 

series
Resident Wellness
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
Patient and physician during an appointment
·
5 Min Read

AI is changing colon cancer screening and easing doctor burden

Jeremy Cauwels, MD, shares how Sanford Health uses AI to boost efficiency and expand its impact on patient care across the system.

series
Digital
Health System Spotlight
·
12 Min Read

Steps for leaving the medical profession: When and how to decide to stop practicing medicine [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about steps for leaving the medical profession when you are ready to transition from practice.

series
Career Development
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for July 17, 2025: Steps for leaving the medical profession: When and how to decide to stop practicing medicine
·
12 Min Read

Steps for leaving the medical profession: When and how to decide to stop practicing medicine

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about steps for leaving the medical profession when you are ready to transition from practice.

series
Career Development
AMA Update