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9 Min Read

The PGY-2 playbook: 7 ways resident physicians can own their new role

After gaining footing as interns, second-year residents take on a new role and increased responsibility. These tips help new PGY-2s excel.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency

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6 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about bronchitis

Bronchitis inflames airways, causing cough and fatigue. Jonathan Stoever, MD, pulmonologist at Confluence Health, explains its symptoms and care.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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5 Min Read

AI is changing colon cancer screening and easing doctor burden

Jeremy Cauwels, MD, shares how Sanford Health uses AI to boost efficiency and expand its impact on patient care across the system.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
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6 Min Read

How two women leaders are shaping the future of health care

Northwell Health’s Jill Kalman, MD, and Sandra Lindsay, DHSc, MSN, RN, lead with courage and purpose, breaking barriers, building trust, opening doors. 

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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4 Min Read

You need expert help with your contract. Here’s how to find it.

Physician employment law is a highly specialized domain. The right legal support can help you navigate contract review and negotiation.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy 2025 past events

Learn more about the past events and webinars offered by the AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy.

AMA STEPS Forward®
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9 Min Read

Aligning payment and care in value-based practice models

Physician leaders from Henry Ford Health and The Permanente Medical Group share key strategies for advancing value-based care payment models.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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9 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about “water warts”

Also known as molluscum contagiosum, these small, raised bumps clear up on their own. Desiree Evans, MD, MPH, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics, shares more.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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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. 

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