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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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7 Min Read

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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Specialty Profiles
"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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Specialty Profiles
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
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Two leaders with one mission: To improve physician well-being

Geisinger’s physician–administrator partnership shows how shared leadership turns well-being goals into lasting systemwide change.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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The physician private practice to-do list for a strong year-end finish

Learn what you should be thinking about at a hectic year’s end, and how to get off to the races in 2026 on patient scheduling, staffing and more.

Private Practices
Yuka Tsukahara, MD
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Finding my place in medicine: Yuka Tsukahara, MD, PhD, family physician

Attracted by research potential and athlete diversity, Dr. Tsukahara chose University of Iowa Health Care to advance care in sports medicine.

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Transition to Attending
Finding My Place in Medicine