Ep. 74: From patient to president, with AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D. (Part 1)
American Medical Association President Bobby Mukkamala, M.D., joins the show to talk AMA priorities, primary care struggles and his personal journey from physician to patient.
Explaining Trump’s diagnosis; FDA panel signals support for easing menopause hormone warnings; AI boosts Alzheimer’s drug discovery by refining clinical trials – Morning Medical Update
The top news stories in medicine today.
Can AI and tech help streamline prior auths? The ethics issues involved
Prior authorizations are a major burden for practices. How can AI and other technology help physicians in the fight?
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: Making ACO risk work for small practices
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, explains how to make ACO risk work for small medical practices.
Can AI and tech help streamline prior auths? We are at a tipping point
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: Ending MIPS and overhauling MACRA
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, explains the group's proposal for ending MIPS and overhauling MACRA.
New research upends obesity myth: It’s the calories, not the lifestyle
An extensive global analysis led by Duke University challenges long-standing assumptions that reduced physical activity is to blame for rising obesity rates.
‘The silent pandemic’ — AMR: What to know about prescribing antimicrobials
An infectious disease specialist discusses the state of AMR, antimicrobial resistance, and why it is a threat to modern health care.
‘The silent pandemic’ — AMR: Collaboration is key with AI, physicians and other experts
‘The silent pandemic’ — AMR: the importance of point-of-care testing
‘The silent pandemic’ — AMR: Vaccines or antimicrobials? The best medicine needs both
‘The silent pandemic’ — AMR: The financial element of creating new antibiotics
‘The silent pandemic’ — AMR: Developing new antibiotic drugs, or not
Patients trust physicians less when they mention AI, study shows
Even administrative use of artificial intelligence lowers perceived empathy, trust and competence, according to new research.
AMR: ‘The silent pandemic’ — The state of antimicrobial resistance in medicine
Can AI and tech help streamline prior auths? Small and rural practices might be left behind
Asset protection strategies for primary care physicians: Safeguarding your future
The possibility of a lawsuit or other liability damaging your practice and finances is very real.
GenesisM breaks ground on biomanufacturing facility in Bedford, Mass.
New 154,000-square-foot Class A facility aims to address the growing demand for purpose-built life sciences manufacturing infrastructure.
Lung cancer screenings can uncover treatable emphysema in patients
With advances in treatment options, primary care physicians have more good reasons to urge smokers to get screened.
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: Why every beneficiary needs an accountable care relationship
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, explains why every Medicare beneficiary needs an accountable care relationship.
Eggs don’t raise ‘bad’ cholesterol, but watch the bacon; new MRI scanner maps the brain in microscopic detail; FDA moves to scrap 52 outdated food standards – Morning Medical Update
'Medicare Done Right,' explained: What Medicare is doing wrong
Susan Dentzer, president and CEO of America's Physician Groups, explains the boldest fix proposed in their latest report, "Medicare Done Right."
Biomedical research money should go toward greatest disease burden to help Americans the most: NASEM
New report identifies ‘misalignment’ between research spending and chronic diseases that affect millions of people.
Medicaid cuts could cost lives, shutter hospitals and stall local economies, study warns
New study projects thousands of deaths, rural hospital closures, and billions in lost economic output from Medicaid policy changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
How AI is transforming patient care in private practice
From ambient transcription to smart scheduling, AI is helping doctors cut costs, save time and improve care. Here’s where it’s making the biggest difference — and what to consider before you invest.
The One Big Beautiful Bill and effect on estate and tax planning for physicians
Discover how the One Big Beautiful Bill transforms tax benefits for physicians, enhancing retirement planning and investment opportunities for wealth growth.
Can AI and tech help streamline prior auths? Integration into EHRs is key
2026 Medicare rules are ‘advancing site neutrality’ for pay, CMS leader says
CMS could make changes in 2026 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System.
AI-powered retina tracker shows near-perfect accuracy in detecting diabetic eye disease
AI-driven retina tracker advances diabetic retinopathy detection, enabling rapid, accurate screenings and expanding access to eye care globally.
New skin-friendly adhesive for medical wearables; yoga, Tai Chi and walking top list for insomnia relief; a prescription gummy for hair loss – Morning Medical Update
.jpeg%3Ffit%3Dcrop%26auto%3Dformat&w=3840&q=75 "Morning Medical Update © batuhan toker - stock.adobe.com")
