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12 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about the impact of caffeine

Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much may pose a danger to your health. Four physicians share what to keep in mind.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
AMA Update for July 24, 2025: Rising cervical cancer rates and a new at-home screening test for cervical cancer
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10 Min Read

Rising cervical cancer rates and a new at-home screening test for cervical cancer

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about cervical cancer and at-home screening tests.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update
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5 Min Read

To implement health AI, first decide who’s accountable

Health AI is not risk-free, which makes health system governance on powerful tech critical. Find out where to start.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

Colon cancer becoming more common in people under 50

Doug Corley, MD, PhD, of The Permanente Medical Group, shares why rising colon cancer rates—up 2% yearly in younger patients—demand earlier screening.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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3 Min Read

How resident physicians can create a respectful environment

Residents share the responsibility to create an effective and respectful learning environment. The AMA has advice on how to make that happen. 

Improve GME
Bobby Mukkamala, MD
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4 Min Read

Why AMA’s president feels called to improve the nation’s health

After surviving a brain tumor, AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, MD, has been on a “journey of revelation” about the U.S. health system.

Leadership
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4 Min Read

Tips to assess physician residency program fit before applying

Program directors offer guidance on finding the right fit for your GME training by reflecting on goals, doing research and asking key questions.

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
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6 Min Read

Here is how value-based care can work for private practices

With data and commitment, value-based care payment models can help sustain larger physician-led organizations and smaller private practices.

Payment & Delivery Models
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5 Min Read

Negotiating 1st physician contract can be scary—it doesn’t have to be

It’s normal to be apprehensive when responding to your first physician job offer. Get expert advice on how to overcome such fears. 

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice