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Heather Kowalski, MD
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7 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in pediatric orthopaedic surgery

Heather Kowalski, MD, a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at University of Iowa Health Care, feels privileged to help children through scary, stressful times.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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7 Min Read

Letting doctors delegate can help reduce physician burnout

Northwell Health enables physicians to smartly use teamwork to complete routine tasks so doctors have more face time with patients.

Physician Health
Doctor and stethoscope in hand
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6 Min Read

Exclusive AMA survey reveals who is hit hardest by doctor burnout

Nationwide survey of more than 12,400 physicians shows how administrative burdens drive burnout and prompt doctors to consider leaving their practices.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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1 Min Read

Pearl of the Week: Normalize, support and celebrate PTO

Find resources on changing the practice culture around taking paid time off.

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Physician Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
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9 Min Read

Physician burnout statistics 2024: The latest changes and trends in physician burnout by specialty [Podcast]

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

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Aug. 19, 2024: Physician burnout statistics 2024: The latest changes and trends in physician burnout by specialty
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9 Min Read

Physician burnout statistics 2024: The latest changes and trends in physician burnout by specialty

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

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Physician Health
AMA Update
Physician sits in a dark room, head in hand
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6 Min Read

Prioritizing physician well-being is more important than ever

Physician burnout figures have dipped, but much work remains. The AMA offers a wealth of resources supporting professional satisfaction.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
Bryan N. Batson, MD
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6 Min Read

Hattiesburg Clinic doctors say ambient AI lowers stress, burnout

Offering physicians choices is a hallmark of Hattiesburg Clinic, and many are opting to use AI-powered ambient scribes to cut administrative burdens.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
AMA Update for Aug. 14, 2024: New APA CEO on uses of artificial intelligence in mental health, the future of psychiatry and more
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11 Min Read

New APA CEO on uses of artificial intelligence in mental health, the future of psychiatry and more

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

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Physician Health
AMA Update