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What's the difference between optometrists and ophthalmologists?

 Optometrists are great for eyeglasses and contact lenses, but the scalpel and laser belong in ophthalmologists’ hands. Learn more with the AMA.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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Symptoms of new COVID variant JN.1, latest studies on Paxlovid rebound and Hydroxychloroquine [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about symptoms of new COVID-19 variant JN.1 and more.

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Infectious Diseases
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AMA Update for Jan. 10, 2024: Symptoms of new COVID variant JN.1, latest studies on Paxlovid rebound and hydroxychloroquine
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Symptoms of new COVID variant JN.1, latest studies on Paxlovid rebound and hydroxychloroquine

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about symptoms of new COVID-19 variant JN.1 and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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95% of U.S. health insurance markets are “highly concentrated”

Latest AMA data on health insurance competition in the U.S. shows why recently revised federal merger guidelines are welcome. Learn more.

Access to Care
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In health care settings, keep “doctor” title for physicians

Professionals with doctorates in nursing practice have sued for the right to be called doctor. Find out why the AMA and others are fighting back.

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Judicial Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
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Behavioral health screening opens critical dialogue with patients

Screening can allow physicians to collect additional data, inform decisions on next steps—but it’s just one part of effective behavioral health care.

Behavioral Health
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More physician inbox messages, higher patient satisfaction?

Patients have come to expect a physician response—now. That trend exacerbates burnout, especially among women doctors. Learn more.

Physician Health
AMA Update for Dec. 20, 2023: Ozempic for weight loss, Zepbound JAMA study, new sickle cell treatments and Medicare payment cuts
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Ozempic for weight loss, Zepbound JAMA study, new sickle cell treatments and Medicare payment cuts

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Ozempic for weight loss, sickle cell treatments and more.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update
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Ozempic for weight loss, Zepbound JAMA study, new sickle cell treatments and Medicare payment cuts [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Ozempic for weight loss, sickle cell treatments and more.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update Podcast