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AMA is investing in physician leaders to improve community health

The AMA’s new national grant initiative will tap into physician innovation and creative problem-solving to improve health outcomes in communities. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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AMA micro grants to help doctors tackle community health challenges

Every day, doctors see the factors that affect their patients’ health. Now, they can get help from the AMA to fund smart approaches to addressing them.

Health Equity
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4 crucial things for Capitol Hill to consider as health AI evolves

Physicians must be at the forefront of health AI decision-making, the AMA tells Senate HELP Committee.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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Half of physician residents and fellows report burnout symptoms

That is down from the 60% rate found in 2012, yet still higher than that of practicing physicians and other U.S. workers in the same age group.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Investing in physicians as leaders for lasting culture change

Humana’s leadership program is reducing doctor burnout, improving retention and reshaping the physician’s role in organizational success.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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State momentum grows to curb corporate influence in health care

Private equity deals have risen sixfold in health care, sparking physician autonomy concerns. Learn about five ways that states are tackling the issue.

State Advocacy
Jennifer Abelson, MD
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What it's like to specialize in cardiothoracic surgery: Shadowing Dr. Abelson

AMA member Jennifer Abelson, MD, of Confluence Health, says the most rewarding part of heart surgery is getting a hug from a patient who feels better.

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Prep for Residency
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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6 things medical students should know about physician compensation

Compensation can play a role in picking a physician career path. Here's what medical students should keep in mind as they choose a specialty.

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency
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Avoid arbitration potholes in your physician employment contract

More physician employers are offering contracts requiring arbitration. Here’s what residents and early career doctors should know about the process.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice