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Three health care workers walk down a hallway
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7 Min Read

Burnout down for women physicians, yet closing gender gap still key

Exclusive AMA survey shows that less than half of women physicians report burnout as health systems ramp up efforts to support and improve well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: Being authentic and vulnerable

Find resources on promoting well-being among health care workers.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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14 Min Read

Medical AI: Benefits of new technology and use case examples of AI in health care [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AI in health care.

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Digital
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for July 2, 2025: Medical AI: Benefits of new technology and use case examples of AI in health care
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14 Min Read

Medical AI: Benefits of new technology and use case examples of AI in health care

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AI in health care.

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Digital
AMA Update
Smiling patient sits across from doctor
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5 Min Read

How to give physicians autonomy—and protect them from burnout

Physicians need some control over their work to thrive and avoid burnout. An AMA playbook offers practical strategies to help organizations support this.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Jason Misurac, MD
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5 Min Read

New reason to use AI ambient documentation: Patients like it

University of Iowa Health Care reports lower physician burnout and more patient satisfaction with tool that helps doctors focus on patient care.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Jill Kacher Cobb, MD
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8 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in anesthesiology: Shadowing Dr. Kacher Cobb

Jill Kacher Cobb, MD, of Sutter Health, says connecting with patients and gaining their trust brings joy in practicing medicine as an anesthesiologist. 

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
Arizona State Capitol
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4 Min Read

Arizona strengthens its support for physicians’ well-being

The state is part of a growing national movement to remove barriers that deter physicians and other health professionals from getting the mental health care they need.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
William Barish, MD (left), is handing off the role of chief wellness officer to Kelsey Terland, MD.
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10 Min Read

Passing the torch to sustain a culture of care and connection

William Barish, MD, retires as CWO at Samaritan Health Services, entrusting Kelsey Terland, MD, to further advance physician well-being and belonging.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight