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Burnout gender gap: Burnout in men vs. women and how to reduce physician burnout [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about addressing physician burnout and the burnout gender gap.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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Medical student’s research on well-being shaped his career

Now a surgical intern, AMA member George Burnet, MD, reflects on what he gained from presenting his research at the American Conference on Physician Health.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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In 1st physician job, how much of your week will be spent on the EHR?

Researchers examine nearly 200,000 physicians’ EHR logs and develop a new way to compare apples to apples on clerical burdens.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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8 great books hand-picked by doctors for your reading list

AMA members outline some of their favorite nonfiction reads related to health care—books that are eye-opening, provocative and moving.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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6 Min Read

Want to arm physicians against burnout? Show them they’re valued

When doctors feel valued, they’re less likely to have burnout. Health leaders should follow these five tips to show physicians how valued they are.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: Identify opportunities for improvement

Find resources on the LISTEN-SORT-EMPOWER improvement model.

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Physician Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
Jennifer Jorgensen, MD
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What it's like in gastroenterology: Shadowing Dr. Jorgensen

Jennifer Jorgensen, MD, of Confluence Health, says gastroenterology is a diverse specialty with fun-loving colleagues and appreciative patients.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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7 Min Read

Fighting for physicians’ right to access mental health care

Some physicians are deterred from seeking mental health care because of credentialing concerns. Northwest Permanente decided to change this.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
AMA Update for Jan. 13, 2025: 2025 AMA advocacy priorities: Medicare payment, prior authorization, physician burnout and more (index only)
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2025 AMA advocacy priorities: Medicare payment, prior authorization, physician burnout and more

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the pressing issues facing physicians with AMA President Bruce Scott, MD.

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Leadership
AMA Update