Recognition is a milestone. Physician well-being is a journey.

Discover both in the 2026 AMA Joy in Medicine® magazine.

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2026 Joy in Medicine magazine
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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
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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
Stethoscopes
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7 Min Read

9 principles to guide physician competence assessment at all ages

Physicians are a precious resource. AMA policy aims to ensure that any competence assessments are transparent and evidence-based, but not ageist.

Physician Health
Bryan N. Batson, MD
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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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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
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11 Min Read

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

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 Podcast
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6 Min Read

Burnout on the way down, but “pajama time” stands still

How much time doctors spend on the EHR after work hasn’t fallen, AMA survey shows. Learn how Sutter Health helped doctors cut pajama time by 14%.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Sam Mossallam, MD
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What it's like in emergency medicine: Shadowing Dr. Mossallam

AMA member Sam Mossallam, MD, says one of the rewards of working in emergency medicine is being part of society’s safety net.

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Prep for Residency
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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Despite drop in burnout, women physicians still feeling burden

Exclusive AMA survey data shows continued gender gaps in physician burnout. Washington Permanente Medical Group shares what it is doing to help.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians