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National Women Physicians Day information

National Women Physicians Day is an annual observance held on Feb. 3. This day honors the pioneering achievements and ongoing contributions of female physicians in health care.

Women Physicians
Sep 28, 2023 ·
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Women in Medicine Month webinar: Women physician leaders and balance

On Sept. 28 at noon Central, the Women Physicians Section hosts a special Women in Medicine Month webinar. Register today.

Events
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AMA awards research grants to advance the study of women in medicine

During Women in Medicine Month, the AMA Women Physicians Section and AMA Foundation announce winners of 2023 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women.

Press Releases
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Most surgeons are men. Is surgical instrument size a reason why?

Instruments that are too big can pose ergonomic challenges for surgeons with smaller hands. Learn with the AMA about new research on this topic.

Research
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AMA assembles task force to guide truth, reconciliation, healing

New task force will advise the AMA Board of Trustees on restorative justice in medicine and medical education.

Health Equity
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How physician burnout varies by specialty, gender and sexual orientation

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about how physician burnout varies by specialty, gender and sexual orientation.

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Physician Health
AMA Update
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How physician burnout varies by specialty, gender and sexual orientation [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about how physician burnout varies by specialty, gender and sexual orientation.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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What’s behind the spike in U.S. maternal mortality

Latest CDC data shows an alarming 40% rise in maternal deaths. Learn more with the AMA.

Population Health
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Challenges faced by women physicians don’t disappear with age

Learn about three issues that confront older adult women physicians and must be addressed to reduce burnout.

Health Equity