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Register for the AMA Independent Practice Accelerator Workshop, Sept. 11-12
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What I wish I knew in residency about direct primary care

Philip Eskew, DO, a direct primary care physician and advocate, gives advice for residents considering this emerging practice model.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy

Customize your practice transformation journey through a variety of open access online resources including webinars, toolkits, playbooks, boot camps, virtual panel discussions and expert speaking engagements—watch the video to learn more. 

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Finding my place in medicine: Christopher Garofalo, MD, family physician

Dr. Garofalo, who also practices obstetrics, chose private practice for control of his schedule and to provide longitudinal care to his patients.

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AMA Independent Practice Accelerator Workshop
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AMA Independent Practice Accelerator Workshop

The AMA Independent Practice Accelerator Workshop will take place on Sept. 11-12, 2026. Register now.

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3 overlooked ways to make your private practice more efficient

Work smarter, not harder to succeed with your physician private practice. Save time and improve patient care with these great AMA resources.

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Pearl of the week: Boost your practice with team-based workflows

Learn why structured team workflows are key to a thriving private practice.

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AMA Business of Medicine education program

Learn how the AMA helps practicing physicians manage a successful medical practice and be effective leaders in shaping their sustainable future.

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Private practice: 4 office-visit changes to make most of doctors' time

Transform your physician private practice’s efficiency by making these key workflow and staffing adjustments. 

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Why private practice is a great first step post-residency

Weighing hospital vs. private practice? One early-career physician explains why autonomy, community and mentorship tipped the scale for her.

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