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Physicians reluctantly pack the EHR in their carry-on luggage

Primary care physicians typically spend 16 minutes of each vacation day on the EHR. Health systems are trying to reverse that trend.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
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7 business areas doctors must know for private practice success

For physicians already in private practice or those considering it, the AMA has pulled together a great collection of CME to get you up to speed on the management, financing and regulatory aspects.

Private Practices
AMA Update for May 5, 2025: Artificial intelligence in health information management: Using AI for risk assessment in medicine
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Artificial intelligence in health information management: Using AI for risk assessment in medicine

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about artificial intelligence in health information management.

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Digital
AMA Update
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Artificial intelligence in health information management: Using AI for risk assessment in medicine [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about artificial intelligence in health information management.

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AMA Update Podcast
James Byrne, MD
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Lighting a new path in cancer care with radiation therapy

James Byrne, MD, PhD, of University of Iowa Health Care, is doing highly innovative research to improve patient outcomes. The NIH is noticing.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
Krista Bodrey, MD
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What it's like to specialize in general surgery: Shadowing Dr. Bodrey

Krista Bodrey, MD, of Confluence Health, says having empathy is essential for a general surgeon, as is being able to handle life-or-death situations.

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Prep for Residency
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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U.S. physician burnout hits lowest rate since COVID-19

Exclusive AMA data shows doctor burnout has fallen below 45%, but the job isn’t done. Health systems continue to work with the AMA to reduce burnout.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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Big-city resident physicians get a taste of rural medicine

A four-week rotation at Sanford Health Bemidji gives Minneapolis residents exposure that could boost the supply of physicians practicing in rural areas. 

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Transition to Attending
Thriving in Residency
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Rush study finds familiar faces can help lower congregations’ BP

Working with community health workers recruited from Black churches results in average 10% drop in systolic blood pressure. 

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Optimal Health
Health System Spotlight