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3 Min Read

Protecting physicians from retaliation for speaking out

An AMA model state legislative template can help states shield physicians working as independent contractors. Arizona has already taken action.

Physician Health
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4 Min Read

For a physician to be liable, jury must always find factual cause

A Pennsylvania case is threatening the well-established norm that factual cause is never optional. Discover how the AMA Litigation Center responded.

Judicial Advocacy
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5 Min Read

Yes, doctors can show empathy in texts to patients. Here’s how.

Even with asynchronous messaging, it’s possible to forge a connection, says Sutter Health’s Matthew Sakumoto, MD. One key: Personalize your message.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
Leaders from Henry Ford Health, Ochsner Health and Sanford Health
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5 Min Read

How 3 health systems lead on value-based care? Not by slashing costs

Leaders at Henry Ford Health, Ochsner Health and Sanford Health say blunt cost cutting won’t create true value for patients. Find out what does.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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6 Min Read

In 6 specialties, desire to step away or scale back is common

Overall, 1 in 3 doctors eye exits, but not all specialties are affected equally. Find out how Sanford Health is keeping their doctors engaged.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

Try these power-ups to boost your physician private practice

The AMA has gathered expert advice to help you rapidly improve your practice’s recruiting, efficiency, marketing, revenue cycle management and coding.

Private Practices
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4 Min Read

Top health tips gastroenterologists want you to know

Life doesn’t have to include constant stomach upset. Learn what gastroenterologists want everyone to know about several key digestive health topics.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Stephen Parodi, MD, and Narayana Murali, MD
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6 Min Read

Physicians, health plans must collaborate to advance value-based care

The AMA’s convening power shines through as physicians and payers work to iron out payment issues that have impeded advancement of value-based care.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
Lahari Vuppaladhadiam and Alexandra Beem at the AMA ChangeMedEd 2023 conference
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4 Min Read

5 tips for medical students looking to get an op-ed published

One way to advocate on behalf of patients and move medicine forward is through op-eds. Follow your passions, tell a story and make it timely.

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Publishing Research
Succeeding in Medical School