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

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

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Beyond Gold: 3 ways to advance physician well-being

The Permanente Medical Group advances physician well-being through leadership development, practice redesign and strong mental health support.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight

Promoting Physician Well-being CME

AMA members get exclusive access to a curated CME track which sets the stage to support physician well-being, build resilience and prioritize mental health in the workplace. 

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Time to protect physicians from moral injury in healthcare system

Prior authorization and other conditions compromise patient care and put untenable pressures on physicians. The AMA will work on systemic fixes.

Physician Health
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Moral injury is a distinct threat to physician well-being

Policy adopted by the House of Delegates calls attention to the urgent need address barriers that conflict with physicians’ professional values.

Press Releases
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9 health systems finding success in physician recruitment, retention

From mentorship to well-being, health systems across the U.S. are finding creative ways to improve work environments to keep doctors engaged.  

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Develop leadership skills CME

Browse CME from American Association for Physician Leadership designed for physicians interested in developing their professional development.

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Practice Transformation organizational well-being journey
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Organizational Biopsy®

The Organizational Biopsy is an assessment tool and set of services developed by the AMA to help health systems measure and improve professional well-being. 

Sustainability
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How coaching helps sustain physician leaders

Colorado Permanente Medical Group treats coaching as part of leadership support, not a sign that someone is struggling.

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AMA Advocacy Impact Report: November 2026 cover (Index)
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AMA Advocacy Impact Report

Learn how the AMA is leading national initiatives to build a health system that is more effective, sustainable and centered on patients. Download the PDF updates of the AMA's impact. 

Access to Care
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Dec 9, 2026 ·
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States wrap up 2026 with key healthcare wins, and look to what’s next in 2027

In this Advocacy Insights webinar, learn what’s happening across the states, including 2026 healthcare wins and challenges, and what’s next for 2027.

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Advocacy Insights Webinar Series
Oct 14 - 16, 2027 ·
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American Conference on Physician Health

Join us in 2027 for the American Conference on Physician Health (ACPH) for the latest research discourse related to physicians’ health.

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