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The 12 factors that drive up physician burnout

To reduce the burden placed on doctors, health care systems must look at what external factors are adding to physician burnout. Find out more.

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Survey: Doctors’ big COVID-19 worry is keeping their families safe

AMA survey reveals concerns of physicians and other health professionals as they cope with COVID-19. Learn how one university health system is using results to take action.

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Hit first in U.S. by COVID-19, Washington doctors eye safe reopening

Find out how the Washington State Medical Association continues to advocate for physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic as reopening efforts begin.

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Voicing the need for a national strategy for long-term well-being

Find out what should be included in a national prevention strategy on long-term health and well-being for physicians on the front lines of COVID-19.

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Using the power of peer support to positively impact medicine

Learn how to use peer support to improve well-being and change the culture of medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

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COVID-19: National Physician Town hall questions on the financial impact of COVID-19

In April, a panel of AMA leaders took to YouTube for a live town hall to shed light on the most pressing issues facing physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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AMA experts on the challenges women physicians face during the pandemic

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 the unique challenges of women physicians during the pandemic.

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Well-being resources should extend beyond a crisis to include PTSD

COVID-19 has taken a toll on physicians and other health professionals, but it doesn’t end there. It is also important to address trauma after a crisis.

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Creating a resilient organization for health care workers during a crisis

The AMA provides 17 steps that health care organizations can take in order to effectively care for health care workers during times of crises.

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