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6 Min Read

Have candid talks with patients about breast-cancer screening

Two Confluence Health physicians describe how to use shared decision-making for starting and determining frequency of mammogram screening. 

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight
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Oct. 4, 2024: State Advocacy Update

North Dakota and Georgia abortion bans struck down and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Sept. 20, 2024: National Advocacy Update

AMA to CMS: Do not finalize proposed obstetrical services Conditions of Participation and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
Johnna Nynas, MD
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9 Min Read

100,000 patients, only 4 ob-gyns. Then this doctor took action.

Johnna Nynas, MD is creating care teams and leveraging telemedicine to bring health care to the doorstep of pregnant women in rural Minnesota.

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 2, 2024

In the news: Depression could warn of Alzheimer’s, UnitedHealthcare launches new prior authorization program, more bad news on maternal health and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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4 Min Read

Specific steps we must take now to reduce maternal mortality

We must include social determinants of health in mapping a comprehensive solution to reduce the country’s tragically high rate of maternal mortality.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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AMA recommendations to improve maternal health outcomes

The AMA is committed to supporting efforts to reduce and prevent the rising rates of maternal mortality. Download the PDF with an overview of AMA recommendations to improve outcomes.

Population Health
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12 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about pain during sex

Also known as dyspareunia, pain during or after sex can impact physical and mental health. Amber Savells, MD, an ob-gyn from Baptist Health, shares more.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
Pregnant woman during an appointment with physician
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4 Min Read

How maternal care access varies by where moms live

Facility closures, inadequate care have negatively affected maternal and infant health on Chicago’s South and West sides.

Population Health