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9 Min Read

Ochsner Health’s in Hurricane Alley, but doctors stay put. Here’s why.

Gulf South-based health system boasts low doctor turnover rate, wins kudos from USA Today, Gallup, Fortune magazine. Find out what they’re doing right.

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Health System Spotlight
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5 Min Read

Make communication a cornerstone of physician well-being

Advocate Health is using AMA assessment tools and road maps to drive its effort to reduce physician burnout, ease workloads and act on feedback.

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Physician Health
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of April 7, 2025

In the news: Measles cases continue to rise, physician burnout remains high despite overall decrease, “timely” MedPAC recommendation on physician pay and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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What it's like to specialize in vascular surgery: Shadowing Dr. Ahmed

Ayman Ahmed, MD, of Marshfield Clinic Health System, says the training is often demanding, but the lifestyle is mostly in line with what he expected.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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Burnout rate improving among physicians, though rates remain high since 2011

News study shows burnout rates down to 2017 levels.

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Confluence Health boosts physician leadership, one piece at a time

Leadership plays a key role in physician satisfaction. Confluence Health takes a multitiered approach to help physician leaders create a thriving team. 

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: Stress first aid

Find resources on mitigating and responding to stress injuries. 

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Physician Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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Phone calls stable, but patient portal messages keep piling up

Medical subspecialists see a 9.9% rise in EHR time during their off hours, study shows. AMA resources help redesign workflow and cut inbox burdens.

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April 4, 2025: State Advocacy Update

Medical student urges Colorado Legislature to help remove stigma from licensing application and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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