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5 Min Read

Physician employers offer big signing bonuses—but there’s a catch

A recruiting firm’s latest survey shows employers are offering big incentives to lure physicians. The same recruiter says money isn’t everything.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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6 Min Read

How to support physicians facing trauma

Helping physicians recover from trauma shows they’re valued. Leaders and organizations play a vital role in supporting physician well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Patient reads a prescription
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3 Min Read

New FDA opioid labeling keep focus on individualized care

Agency action updates medication risk information and supports prescribing decisions tailored to individual patient needs. 

Behavioral Health
Figure climbs a giant stack of books
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4 Min Read

5 study and time-management tips for 1st-year medical students

For new medical students, the first months of training can feel relentless. Learn how to keep your head above water while building a solid foundation.

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Med Student Health
Succeeding in Medical School
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5 Min Read

How to cultivate physician leaders—and head off doctor burnout

Smart health systems should follow this AMA road map to nurture physician leadership and improve doctors’ well-being.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
Physician in a telehealth appointment
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5 Min Read

With virtual program at Ochsner Health, 70% of patients skip the ED

Through the Louisiana-based health system’s virtual emergency department, dedicated visits and navigators reroute non‑emergent cases, cut wait times and enhance care.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
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10 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about taking naps

James Rowley, MD, of Rush University System for Health, says napping for 15–20 minutes can refresh, but taking frequent naps hints at poor sleep.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Bo Hrom, MD
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8 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in hematology/oncology: Shadowing Dr. Hrom

For Bo Hrom, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, the emotional toll of treating cancer patients is offset by the reward of improving their lives.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
Physician working on an opioid prescription on the computer.
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4 Min Read

Teaching resident physicians about safe opioid prescribing

Opioids can be an effective treatment for chronic pain, but prescribing them properly requires prudence. Learn more with the AMA.

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Improve GME
Thriving in Residency