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Q&A: How to ensure physician well-being is top of mind in 2021

AMA member Heather Farley, MD, reflects on the added stress physicians continue to face during COVID-19 and what health systems can do to address burnout.

Physician Health
Feb 3, 2021 ·
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Mark Greenawald, MD, explores processes for professional connection

In this AMA STEPS Forward™ webinar, consider how to incorporate processes of intentional professional connection. Watch the video and download the slides.

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COVID-19: How to implement crisis care standards when needed

The emotional toll of implementing crisis standards of care is often overlooked. Learn with the AMA how to support decision-makers and front-line staff.

Infectious Diseases
Jan 27, 2021 ·
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Gaurava Agarwal, MD, discusses the Scholars of Wellness

Learn about an award-winning faculty development initiative called the Scholars of Wellness, presented in the AMA STEPS Forward™ webinar.

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Jan 26, 2021 ·
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Building well-being into culture: The Sanford clinician experience

Sanford Health directors share how clinicians are supported to help optimize work-life integration across the entire spectrum of their careers. Watch the video and download the slides.

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4 habits of gratitude physicians can follow to enhance well-being

Practicing gratitude is essential during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how to integrate this habit into your daily routine.

Physician Health
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5 steps physicians can take to get rid of “stupid stuff”

Needless tasks have exacted a toll on doctors’ daily workload. Learn more with the AMA about how to slash administrative burdens.

Physician Health
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Look for fast fixes to cut “stupid stuff” that burdens doctors

Ask physicians to detail the administrative burdens that interfere with care, hurt well-being. Sometimes the fix can be as simple as “just do it.”

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6 practices to support organizational resiliency and physician well-being

How health systems can create a better work environment that aligns its leadership structures, policies and actions with evidence-based best practices.

Physician Health