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APMA News Brief
 
August 21, 2025
 
NATIONAL NEWS
Mayo Clinic Smartwatch Study Reveals New Path to Boosting Physician Well-Being
Mayo Clinic
A Mayo Clinic and University of Colorado study found that physicians who used smartwatches to passively monitor their health data experienced greater resilience and a 54% reduction in burnout risk, highlighting wearable technology’s potential to support clinician well-being.
Integration, Negotiation, Patient Costs — What Happens When Hospitals Integrate Independent Physician Practices?
Medical Economics
A Yale-led study found that hospital acquisitions of physician practices have significantly raised patient costs—by about 15%—due to reduced competition and increased hospital bargaining power in insurer negotiations.
Ortho Dermatologics
Experts Say Rural Emergency Rooms Are Increasingly Run Without Doctors
CNN Health
A growing number of rural U.S. emergency departments operate without on-site physicians due to doctor shortages and financial constraints, relying instead on physician assistants and nurse practitioners—a practice that raises debate over care quality, costs and the sustainability of rural hospitals.
How Could Regulations Slow Consolidation of Physician Practices into Hospitals?
Medical Economics
New research shows hospital acquisitions of physician practices drive up patient costs due to reduced competition and recommends policy reforms such as site-neutral Medicare payments, stronger antitrust enforcement, and transparency requirements to slow harmful consolidation.
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The Tetra Corporation®
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Build Belonging and Resilience to Retain Future Doctors
American Medical Association
Institutions can foster the development and retention of future physicians by providing an inclusive, supportive and mentorship-driven environment that addresses academic, professional, personal and well-being needs while promoting community engagement, equity and long-term career success.
Deepfake Videos Impersonating Real Doctors Push False Medical Advice and Treatments
CBS News
Deepfake videos featuring AI-generated or impersonated doctors are spreading across social media to sell products and promote misinformation, raising concerns about public trust in medicine and prompting platforms to take uneven action against such content.
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Kerecis®
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Research suggests doctors might quickly become dependent on AI
NPR Shots
Doctors who used AI-assisted systems during colonoscopies were significantly less effective at detecting abnormalities on their own afterward, according to a new study.
Allard USA
Leading With Clarity: How Conscious Leadership Can Transform Your Medical Practice
Medical Economics
Conscious leadership centered on self-awareness, self-regulation and reflective decision-making enables physician leaders to manage stress, improve team dynamics and enhance patient care by responding thoughtfully rather than reactively in high-pressure medical environments.
Naylor Association Solutions
Tamarack Habilitation Technologies
WHAT PATIENTS ARE READING
We Asked Podiatrists to Pick the Best Birkenstock Sandals — Here’s What They Said
Everyday Health
Birkenstock sandals, renowned for their supportive contoured footbeds and 250-year legacy, are widely recommended for conditions like plantar fasciitis and flat feet, making them a versatile choice for comfort, support, and style across different foot types and lifestyles.
How to Shop for Insoles, According to Podiatrists
NBC News
Podiatrists recommend insoles—either over-the-counter or custom-made—as an effective way to add cushioning, improve arch support, and reduce foot pain for people who spend long hours walking, running or standing.
 
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The 12 Best Shoes for Pickleball, According to Pros and Podiatrists
Prevention
Experts emphasize that proper pickleball-specific shoes—designed for traction, support and durability—are essential for safe, effective and enjoyable play, unlike regular sneakers.
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