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Most pediatricians have burnout. Here’s what it takes to fix that.

A new initiative at Texas Children's Pediatrics is tackling physician burnout head on. Discover why it was created and how it's making a difference.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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6 Min Read

Big changes will streamline CPT coding for immunization

Changes to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set reflect evolution in the COVID-19 response. Learn more with the AMA.

CPT®
Red flag
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4 employment contract red flags young physicians should watch for

Young physicians are not usually well-versed in contract law. One AMA expert outlines some points to avoid in the physician employment contract.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
U.S. Capitol dome on clear day, blue skies
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4 Min Read

New year, new hope: Momentum builds in Congress to cancel the cut

Nearly 200 members of Congress show bipartisan support for canceling all of 3.37% Medicare physician pay cut that took effect Jan. 1. Learn more.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
Senior patient consulting with physician
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4 Min Read

Top health tips obesity medicine physicians want you to know

There’s more to treating obesity than healthy eating and physical activity. Check out this informative advice from obesity medicine physicians.

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Michael Suk, MD, MPH, at Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs forum
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Can AMA ethical guidance help health systems—and not just doctors?

AMA Trustee and Geisinger physician leader Michael Suk, MD, JD, MPH, MBA, was among those weighing in on a new direction for the AMA Code of Medical Ethics. 

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Ethics
Health System Spotlight
Medical students embrace on Match Day 2023
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Over 40,000 land spots on Match Day. What are this year’s trends?

Dig into the data on the 2023 Main Residency Match and get a head start to thrive in physician residency training with help from the AMA.

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
Physician vaccinating patient, both wearing masks
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4 Min Read

CDC: Physicians “the lynchpin” for boosting low vaccination rates

Uptake on COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines remains far too low. Get tips and tools from the CDC to boost your patients’ vaccination rate.

Prevention & Wellness
Empty baby delivery room
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Clerkships: How medical students can hone situational awareness

Entering unfamiliar environments such as labor and delivery can be a challenge for medical students. Here’s how they can prepare.

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Clinical Rotations
Succeeding in Medical School