These 3 action steps can help improve blood pressure control. In fact, physicians and health care organizations following this expert advice have shown a 10% improvement. spr.ly/6011bcv5W

At one health system, doctors completed one-third of required training modules during off hours. Find out how to cut this physician burden, and how it varies by department. spr.ly/6017bcvMS

Join AMA President Jesse Ehrenfeld MD MPH and a panel of experts for the final webinar of Implementing Routine Screening for #HIV , #STIs , #ViralHepatitis & #LTBI . Get the latest strategies, submit questions and more. Register: spr.ly/6010b3vpw

U.S. health and weather officials are unveiling a new color-coded system to warn Americans about heat danger. spr.ly/6019bcUMJ (via The Associated Press)

A number of companies want to solve the overdose and death epidemic with algorithms. But it's a flawed and potentially harmful proposition, says Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, chair of the AMA's Substance Use and Pain Task Force. spr.ly/6016bca0a (via The New York Times)

Young physicians are not usually well-versed in contract law. One AMA expert outlines some points #residents should avoid in the physician employment contract. spr.ly/6010wzV3u

Of any specialty, primary care physicians spend the most time on the #EHR . System-level change is needed to slash this burden that adds to #burnout . spr.ly/6011wzpQc

Find out which physician specialties have the highest rates of #burnout . spr.ly/6017wzry1

Patients don’t show up, visits run long—and your practice can seem to be on the verge of chaos. Learn how “wave scheduling” can help. spr.ly/6011wzVmf

Discover the findings of a recent cohort study looking at whether increased daily steps can help mitigate genetic obesity risk. spr.ly/6016bc5SO (via EndocrinologyAdvisor)

The AMA Physician Practice Information Survey is almost complete. We are collecting updated, accurate data on practice costs -- a key element of physician payment. We urgently need all selected physicians to fill it out. Here’s what to look for ⬇️ spr.ly/6019wX9xd

Happy #EarthDay ! In this podcast episode from #AMAStepsForward , Jerry Abraham, MD, MPH shares his experience participating in the Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship and how he connects the dots between #climatechange and health equity in his work. spr.ly/6014bHN9p

Stay up to date on the hot topics in medicine with our AMA Update series. Hear from the experts in medicine on #COVID19 , #MedEd , advocacy issues, #mpox , burnout, and more! spr.ly/6015wzRTt

What are the pros and cons of private practice? Omar Z. Maniya MD, MBA shares why some doctors prefer it.

What doctors wish patients knew about the impact of #caffeine . Three physicians share what to keep in mind. spr.ly/6017we3ZW

.Henry Ford Health uses #AI to improve precision and patient personalization of radiation oncology treatments. Here's how ⬇️ spr.ly/6017bTaIz

Planning to relocate for residency? We've got expert tips to streamline your move and carefully consider crucial factors as you create your relocation strategy. spr.ly/6011ZQfcN #Match2024

How much exercise is necessary to live a longer life? Get some answers. spr.ly/6015bTxNZ

Some residents can face up to 7 years of #GME . Find out how residency impacts relationship satisfaction among physician spouses and significant others. spr.ly/6010bTLHr

#OurAMA helped defeat more than 100 bills to expand nonphysician providers’ scope of practice in 2023. Learn about this year’s legislative trends and how we continue #FightingForDocs . spr.ly/6010bTIsy