Despite mask mandates expiring in states that had the strictest laws and the majority of Americans less conscious about practicing physical distancing, about 4 million Medicare patients received ...

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about cervical cancer screening at home and more.

Exclusive AMA data shows that while job stress is easing and satisfaction is rising, each physician specialty requires targeted support. After years of rising, physician burnout rates are showing ...

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the benefits of AI in health care.

AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians, residents, medical students and patients. From private practice and health system leaders to scientists and public ...

Do older adults get lonely? How often do doctors feel lonely? What does long-term isolation do to a person? How often do adults feel lonely? How can loneliness be addressed? What does loneliness look ...

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. As a medical student, do you ever wonder what it’s ...

JAMA Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, PhD, MD, MAS, explains how physicians can stay current on the latest trends in health care AI. In the span of 24 hours last month, a podcast about ...

While some patients prefer to get test results immediately through a patient portal, others prefer to hear the news from a trusted physician who can put the results in context and explain next steps ...

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. After years marked by stress, exhaustion and ...

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

That is how many patients rely on Medicare to access physician care. After fifth straight year of cuts, Congress must address systemic problems. In a wide-ranging talk with reporter Kelly Hooper of ...