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5 Min Read

“Promotion in Place” could be the biggest change to GME in years

After experience at two residency programs, this time-variable, competency-based model is rolling out a nationwide pilot in general surgery training.

Improve GME
Jennifer Schriever, MD, featured on "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast
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5 Min Read

5 things patients should know about intermittent fasting

Are there health benefits to skipping meals? The "Health vs. Hype" AMA podcast explores the issue.

Prevention & Wellness
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5 Min Read

AMA: No, physicians are not “providers”

The House of Delegates acted to boost patient safety by fixing terminology, supporting research, protecting prescriptive authority and more.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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4 Min Read

America can't afford to leave these doctors waiting

IMGs who already matched into residency programs are seeing visa delays that could prevent them from arriving in time to start training.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
Figure stands at paths in different directions
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9 Min Read

7 tips to avoid regret on your physician specialty choice

Struggling to pick a physician specialty? Staying true to your interests, not pressure or pay, is what matters most when forging your path. 

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency
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6 Min Read

CPT® 2027 Maternity Care Services code changes

Find out about changes to the codes for maternity care services, which includes separate codes for antepartum care, labor management, delivery and postpartum care.

CPT®
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7 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about “summer finger bumps”

These itchy skin blisters, a symptom of dyshidrotic eczema, can happen year-round. Learn how to find relief and what to expect with this condition.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
Smiling teenage patient in doctor's office
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7 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about injectable peptides

Growing interest in injecting peptides is fueling questions about safety and risks. Patients should look past the hype and talk with a physician first. 

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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11 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about heat stroke

Heat illness ranges from heat exhaustion to heat stroke. Recognizing symptoms of heat stroke early can help prevent life-threatening complications.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™