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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When it comes to inbox overload, U.S. physicians have it worst

Delve into the research findings that show how U.S. doctors’ inboxes fare in international comparisons, and learn with the AMA how to tame your EHR.

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Battling physician burnout one inappropriate form at a time

A majority of states have revised their medical licensure application forms to support physician well-being. Credentialing forms is the next step.

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AMA Update for Nov. 16, 2023: Physician specialties with the most burnout and how to fix it with Texas Children's Pediatrics
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Physician specialties with the most burnout and how to fix it with Texas Children's Pediatrics

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about physician burnout rates by specialty and ways to fix it.

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Physician specialties with the most burnout and how to fix it with Texas Children's Pediatrics [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about physician burnout rates by specialty and ways to fix it.

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AMA Update for Nov. 15, 2023: Building and maintaining a successful physician well-being program with Nigel Girgrah, MD, PhD
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Building and maintaining a successful physician well-being program with Nigel Girgrah, MD, PhD

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Ochsner Health’s well-being program.

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Building and maintaining a successful physician well-being program with Nigel Girgrah, MD, PhD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Ochsner Health’s well-being program.

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7 ways to beat physician burnout by rebuilding relationships

Too much of health care delivery has become a check-the-box exercise. Find out how building around relationships boosts well-being—and patient outcomes.

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Who’s making the call on prior authorization?

Many clinicians involved in prior authorization are not physicians with proper training as medical decision-makers. The AMA says that’s got to change.

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2023 Interim Meeting of HOD
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Health care administrators must not be medical decision-makers

A rise in physician employment and health care administrators has created tension. The AMA says physicians should be making medical decisions for patients.

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