AMA STEPS Forward® podcast

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Health care leaders share insight, strategies, and tips to help prevent physician burnout, optimize workflows, improve well-being, and enhance patient care.

3D AGO

Ambient AI in Health Care: Reducing Documentation Burden

Explore the Governance for Augmented Intelligence toolkit: https://bit.ly/3Nf1Eit Follow STEPS Forward® on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Ambient AI is rapidly reshaping how clinicians document care, offering a powerful way to reduce administrative burden without disrupting the patient-physician relationship. In this AMA STEPS Forward® podcast, host Margaret Lozovatsky, MD, FAMIA, is joined by Kristin Jacob, MD, FACP, Medical Director, BeWellMED, and Physician and APP Well-Being at Corewell Health. Together, they explore how ambient AI works in real clinical settings, why Corewell Health decided to pilot the technology, and what it took to scale it from a small primary care pilot to more than 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers. Dr. Jacob also shares candid insights on implementation strategy, clinician adoption, training and support models, and the measurable impact on physician well-being. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

19 min
FEB 4

When Physicians are in Crisis: Integrating Well-Being into Emergency Response

Explore the Caring for the Health Care Workforce During Crisis toolkit: https://bit.ly/3N9Ihr7 Explore the Value of Feeling Valued Playbook: https://bit.ly/3MYj8j9 Follow STEPS Forward® on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin When crisis strikes, health care organizations often focus on staffing, logistics, and patient care, while workforce well-being remains parallel rather than integrated. In this AMA STEPS Forward® podcast, Kevin Hopkins, MD, speaks with Ilanit Brook, MD, MA, FAAHPM, Chief Well-Being Officer at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, about how her team embedded well-being leadership directly into the hospital incident command center during the 2025 Southern California wildfires. Drawing on lessons from COVID-19 and large-scale emergency response, Dr. Brook explains why health care workers rarely ask for help, how proactive outreach changes outcomes, and what it takes to hardwire well-being into organizational emergency planning. This conversation is essential listening for health care executives, physician leaders, and well-being professionals working to support clinicians during a crisis. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

31 min
JAN 28

Attend to the Health of Your Personal Relationships: Pearl of the Month

Explore the Stress First Aid Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4sshQx8 Explore the Wellness Centered Leadership Playbook: https://bit.ly/3YWiFAz Explore the ‘Why Self-Care is Not Enough in Solving Physician Burnout’ Episode: https://bit.ly/4qaKq4C Follow STEPS Forward® on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Research is showing more about how stress affects health care leaders’ work-life balance, personal relationships, and overall sense of isolation. Physicians tend to develop real strengths in their personality: A high compassion for others, an ability to defer gratification, and a focus on solving problems. These traits are all assets, but each can also be an Achilles' heel. Take stock of how your work affects your relationships and be sure to have compassion for yourself. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

2 min
JAN 21

REPLAY: The Unseen Cost of Limited Time Off

Explore the AMA STEPS Forward® Interactive Calculators: http://bit.ly/43WvYoh Explore the full study: https://mayocl.in/3SI5XlY Explore the Real PTO for Physicians Toolkit: https://bit.ly/436BVyj Explore The Value of Feeling Valued Playbook: https://bit.ly/4ksv0Fq Explore the Team-Based Care Toolkit: https://bit.ly/3LHcDP3 Explore A Systematic Approach to EHR Inbox Reduction: http://bit.ly/3Tr8eCl Access the transcript for this episode: https://bit.ly/4a3aFmN Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Dr. Christine Sinsky, former vice president of Professional Satisfaction at the AMA, discusses her research on physician vacation habits and their impact on career satisfaction and retention, featuring insights from her recently published Mayo Clinic Proceedings article. She delves into the risks of limited time off, barriers to disconnecting, and how health systems can better support physician well-being. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

34 min
JAN 14

Physician Parenthood and Well-Being: Lessons from a Successful Parental Wellness Program

Explore the Parenting as a Physician: It Takes a Lot of Patience webinar: https://bit.ly/3YBemKU Follow STEPS Forward® on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin New and expecting physician parents face unique challenges that can affect well-being, career advancement, and retention. In this AMA STEPS Forward® podcast, Kevin Hopkins, MD, speaks with Laura Dichtel, MD, MHS, and Josephine Li, MD, physicians at Massachusetts General Hospital about the creation and impact of the Physician/Faculty and APP Mass General Brigham Parental Wellness Programs . They discuss mentorship, parental leave transitions, lactation support, and practical lessons health systems can apply to better support physician parents at work. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

27 min
JAN 7

REPLAY: The Value of Feeling Valued

Explore the Value of Feeling Valued Playbook: https://bit.ly/4fgjbA8 Explore the “Real PTO” for Physicians toolkit: https://bit.ly/3PLIMpg and listen to the podcast episode: https://bit.ly/3PNM7El Read Trends in Clinician Burnout With Associated Mitigating and Aggravating Factors During the COVID-19 Pandemic: https://bit.ly/40h6xfh Read Understanding what leaders can do to facilitate healthcare workers’ feeling valued: improving our knowledge of the strongest burnout mitigator: https://bit.ly/4gYMVlk Read Vacation Days Taken, Work During Vacation, and Burnout Among US Physicians: https://bit.ly/3Ph0Ffo Access the transcript and claim CME here: https://bit.ly/4pnCNq0 Follow STEPS Forward® on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Dr. Jill Jin and Dr. Kevin Hopkins, AMA Senior Physician Advisors, discuss concrete strategies organizations can apply to support their individual physicians and make their workforce feel valued. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

33 min
12/31/2025

The Right Partner Can Make All the Difference: Pearl of the Month

Explore the Value Based Care Toolkit: https://bit.ly/4rqMDtO Explore the AMA’s “What is value-based care” page: https://bit.ly/4hVnbbu Explore “Contracting with aggregator entities to advance value-based care arrangements” physician resource: https://bit.ly/3Xklevq Follow STEPS Forward® on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Value-based care doesn’t mean doing more with less. Partnering with aggregator entities can help your practice access care coordination tools, population health data, and shared savings opportunities—all while maintaining your independence. The key is finding collaborators who respect clinical autonomy and focus on improving outcomes, not just cutting costs. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

2 min
12/24/2025

REPLAY: A Lifeline for Moms: Providing Whole Person Care in Maternal Health Settings

Explore Lifeline for Moms: https://bit.ly/4buiWQI Explore MCPAP for Moms: https://bit.ly/4hbmA3f Explore the Behavioral Health Screening as a Part of Ongoing Care Webinar with Dr. Moore Simas: https://bit.ly/4iuIgbw Access the transcript of this episode and claim CME here: https://bit.ly/3Hi0LTO Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/steps-forward-linkedin Dr. Tiffany Moore Simas, Medical Director for Lifeline for Moms, and Obstetric Engagement Liaison for the Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Program (MCPAP) for Moms, explores the opportunities and challenges of maternal behavioral health-focused care models while emphasizing the importance of integrating behavioral health as a core component of perinatal health services. She also discusses programs designed to help physicians provide comprehensive, whole-person care to their patients, addressing both physical and mental health needs throughout their perinatal journey. 🩺 The AMA is your powerful ally, focused on addressing the issues important to you, so you can focus on what matters most — patients. We will meet this challenge together. Join us: https://ama-assn.co/JoinRenew 🥼 Go to https://ama-assn.co/FightingForDocs to learn more about our AMA advocacy priorities, including:▹ Reforming Medicare payment▹ Fighting scope creep▹ Fixing prior authorization▹ Reducing physician burnout▹ Making technology work for physicians 📺 Subscribe to @americanmedicalassociation on YouTube: https://ama-assn.co/youTube 📧 Sign up for #MorningRounds and free daily newsletters from the AMA: https://ama-assn.co/Newsletters 🎧 Listen to our latest medical podcasts: https://ama-assn.co/Podcasts 💬 Follow #AMA on social media: https://ama-assn.co/Social 📓 Access the Journal of the American Medical Association #JAMA login: https://ama-assn.co/JAMA Disclaimer The AMA STEPS Forward® Podcast is for informational purposes only. The content is believed to be accurate as of the date of publication. Mention of a third-party organization, product, or service in the Podcast does not imply and is not intended as a promotion or endorsement by the American Medical Association (AMA). This content is not intended as medical, legal, or consulting advice, or as a substitute for the advice of a physician, attorney, or other professional. The views, opinions, and positions expressed by the speakers are theirs alone, and do not necessarily reflect the views, opinions, or positions of the AMA, the individual’s employer, or any affiliated organization. The AMA makes no warranty regarding the accuracy or completeness of any information provided in this Podcast. The materials and information contained herein are provided as-is. No part of this Podcast may be reproduced, stored, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the AMA.

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Health care leaders share insight, strategies, and tips to help prevent physician burnout, optimize workflows, improve well-being, and enhance patient care.