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5 Min Read

Ageism has an impact on older-adult patients—and their physicians

Recently published AMA research sheds light on the experiences of physicians 65 and older. A panel of expert physicians weighs in.

Health Equity
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4 Min Read

6 fantastic novels doctors recommend for your summer reading list

Physicians and medical students can’t sustain themselves on medical reading alone. AMA members outline some of their favorite fiction reads. 

Succeed in Med School
Pediatrician treats a young patient
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7 Min Read

Smart tools are helping pediatricians build stronger relationships

AI-supported documentation allows Texas Children’s Pediatrics physicians to spend less time on notes, more on building trust, balance and understanding.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
Patient is assisted during mammogram
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5 Min Read

High court ruling protects no-cost access to preventive care

Supreme Court rules that USPSTF appointments are lawful, meaning that task force-recommended services will continue to be fully covered under ACA.

Judicial Advocacy
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4 Min Read

4 tips to help resident physicians build strong ties with attendings

Can you pass the “3 a.m. test”? That is one of the measures of how well you are getting along with your attending.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
Yolanda Lawson, MD
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6 Min Read

Campaign takes on big threat to Black women: high BP

74,000-plus have taken the Release the Pressure pledge to prioritize heart health. Learn about the initiative and how the AMA advances health equity.

Population Health
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8 Min Read

On health AI, get past the hype to address real problems

Baptist Health Medical Group has cut patient wait times—and burnout—with AI, but a physician leader says more AI “literacy” is needed.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Hands on a laptop
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6 Min Read

Finding the best people to write residency letters of recommendation

Who should write your letters of recommendation for residency applications and what do they need from you? Physician experts offer insight.

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency
Timothy McAvoy, MD
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7 Min Read

Physician on mission to promote possibility of private practice

Timothy McAvoy, MD, saw private practices vanishing from his state and joined other Wisconsin doctors in promoting independence with “evangelical zeal.”

Private Practices