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3 Min Read

As digital health tools advance, catch up while earning CME

Physicians can earn a total of 8.5 hours of CME credits with a comprehensive course from the AMA.

Digital
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8 Min Read

A newcomer to Michigan Medicine, this CWO found data to guide her

As the new chief well-being officer, (CWO), Elizabeth Harry, MD, has come to rely on AMA survey data to drive aggressive efforts to address burnout.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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5 Min Read

Should you get a dual degree in medical school?

How long does it take to get a master’s degree in med school? What are the advantages of an MD-PhD? Can an MPH impact your career? Physicians weigh in.

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Transition to Residency
Succeeding in Medical School
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7 keys to success with value-based care pay arrangements

Payment attribution, benchmarking and risk adjustment are among essentials to consider. Learn more with a playbook developed by the AMA and others.

Payment & Delivery Models
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10 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about swimmer’s ear

Don’t let your summer fun be derailed by swimmer’s ear, aka otitis externa. Three pediatricians dive deeper on what to know about swimmer’s ear.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Rachel Clement, MD
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10 Min Read

What it’s like to specialize in anesthesiology: Shadowing Dr. Clement

AMA member Rachel Clement, MD, says the most rewarding part of being an anesthesiologist is coming up with plans that address patients’ concerns.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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7 Min Read

Home-recovery program leads to 44% reduction in readmission rate

Marshfield Clinic was an early adopter of the hospital-at-home idea that improves outcomes. Now Congress must act to boost it in every health system.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
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5 Min Read

What patient-care experience do nurse practitioners have on day one?

Over 35% of family nurse practitioner students complete 10 or fewer adult comprehensive health histories in clinical training. Learn more.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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4 Min Read

Keep this in mind to engage patients, measure BP accurately

Care teams should pay close attention to patients with uncontrolled blood pressure, taking steps to measure accurately and engage them in management.

Prevention & Wellness