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Deepfake “doctors” are a problem—here are 7 keys to stopping them

There’s a need for clear, enforceable protections against unauthorized AI generated deepfakes that threaten patient safety. Learn more with the AMA.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

What’s behind the persistent gender gap in physician burnout

Exclusive AMA data shows women physicians are likelier to experience job stress and dissatisfaction, but smart health systems can make things better.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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3 Min Read

Who should perform intricate surgeries on or around the eye?

New Hampshire’s governor is the latest to veto legislation to let optometrists perform complex eye surgeries. Find out why.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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7 Min Read

These 9 physician specialties report highest burnout rates

Burnout rates are falling overall, and even some hard-hit specialties improved. But AMA exclusive data shows differences across physician specialties remain.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Physician burnout rate continues to decline, falling to nearly 42%

Exclusive AMA data shows doctor burnout easing for the fourth consecutive year, but persistent system challenges mean ongoing efforts are still needed.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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15 Min Read

After the survey: Turning physician well-being results into change

Measurement only matters if health systems use results to spot friction, set priorities and show physicians that feedback leads to change.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

36 states lack regulatory oversight of med spas

How do states oversee medical spas on ownership, licensure or scope of practice? Research shows that most do very little. Learn what needs to change.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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6 Min Read

Do these 10 myths drive physician burnout in your organization?

Regulatory misunderstandings often lead to requirements that waste physicians’ time and interfere with care. The AMA’s setting the record straight.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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NPs appeal federal court ruling on who can say, “I’m a doctor”

Evidence submitted by the AMA and the California Medical Association shows use of the term by nonphysicians can jeopardize patient safety.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians