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Bobby Mukkamala, MD
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AMA President-elect Bobby Mukkamala, MD, has a brain tumor

Diagnosed after an expressive aphasia episode at the AMA Interim Meeting, Dr. Mukkamala details what’s next and reflects on what he’s learned so far.

Leadership
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Working together to advance a robust public health infrastructure

The challenge for us—physicians, scientists, and leaders in medicine—is to remain grounded in our principles.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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GME interviews: What applicants should ask resident physicians

M4s can gain insight on life in a physician residency program by asking current residents about scheduling, culture, work-life balance and more.

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency
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On cybersecurity, physicians must always be on their toes

Ransomware and other cyberattacks are becoming a national security threat, experts say. Explore timely advice and AMA resources to mitigate the risks. 

Digital
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3 keys to manage residency training’s trickiest balancing act

Resident physicians must quickly absorb huge knowledge chunks—and care for patients. You won’t know it all, so here’s how to move forward.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Want to tackle burnout in your organization? Back your physicians

Doctors who feel supported by their health system are less likely to experience burnout. But there are big differences by specialty, says a recent study.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Myth or fact? Only those providing care can enter billing codes

Some health care organizations permit only physicians and others who perform a service to enter or change diagnosis codes. Are they on the right track?

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Administrative Burdens
Debunking Regulatory Myths
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Hospice care a model for other areas of medicine—in one way

While most health care spaces are inherently stressful, hospice is one of the few health care spaces that is “structured for peace” and comfort. 

Ethics
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You just got a physician employment offer. Now what?

A job offer is a good start, but only a signed contract will get you practicing and paid. Here’s a look at what you should do to get the best deal.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice