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John J. Whyte, MD, MPH
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6 Min Read

John Whyte, MD, MPH, selected as the AMA’s new CEO

Dr. Whyte brings digital savvy, health policy expertise and clinical experience to shape a new era in medicine.

Leadership
May 7, 2025 ·
1 Min Read

Debunking Regulatory Myths

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar discusses how the AMA’s Debunking Regulatory Myths series can help reduce the guesswork in regulatory requirements.

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Events
AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
Physician standing in front of a world map
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6 Min Read

Loneliness is epidemic, even among older-adult physicians

A new survey of more than 10,000 U.S. physicians 65 or older finds that nearly one five experiences a high degree of loneliness.

Physician Health
Person working on a laptop outside
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6 Min Read

Physicians reluctantly pack the EHR in their carry-on luggage

Primary care physicians typically spend 16 minutes of each vacation day on the EHR. Health systems are trying to reverse that trend.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: The cost of unused vacation time

Find resources on helping physicians protect their paid time off. 

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
AMA Update for May 2, 2025: Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians
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8 Min Read

Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the effects of social isolation among older physicians.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
Krista Bodrey, MD
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7 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in general surgery: Shadowing Dr. Bodrey

Krista Bodrey, MD, of Confluence Health, says having empathy is essential for a general surgeon, as is being able to handle life-or-death situations.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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8 Min Read

Loneliness research: Effects of social isolation and ways to combat loneliness in older physicians [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the effects of social isolation among older physicians.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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2 Min Read

Experiences of Ageism Among Senior Physicians: A Qualitative Study

Gain insights into the impact of ageism on senior physicians and discover actionable strategies for fostering a more inclusive medical environment.

Physician Health