Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, PhD, MD, MAS, editor-in-chief of JAMA and JAMA Network, and Stephen Parodi, MD, executive vice president of The Permanente Federation discuss how medical journals and research are evolving to build trust, meet needs of physicians, and leverage AI.    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES

Humayun Chaudhry, President and CEO of the Federation of State Medical Boards, discusses opioid recommendations and improving pain care access. Sherif Zaafran, board member of the same organization, focuses on tackling inequities in pain management. The conversation dives into the No Pain Act's effects on patient care, the challenges posed by healthcare biases, and emerging alternatives to opioids. They also highlight the role of research, technology, and compassionate care in revolutionizing pain management for marginalized groups.

Melissa Garretson, MD, member of the American Medical Association Board of Trustees, and Alex McDonald, MD, of the Southern California Permanente Medical Group, explore the challenges adolescents face online and how physicians can support their overall health. From screen time to sleep deprivation, Dr. Garretson shares strategies to help manage unhealthy social media use.    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES

In this enlightening discussion, Humayun Chaudhry, President of the Federation of State Medical Boards, emphasizes the critical need for balanced opioid regulations that ensure patient access. Sarvam TerKonda, a former chair, advocates for a patient-centered approach to pain management that avoids a one-size-fits-all strategy. Sherif Zaafran highlights the inequities in pain management, stressing the importance of collaboration and coordinated care to support marginalized communities. Together, they delve into new guidelines and the future of pain care.

Randy Easterling, a seasoned family practitioner and past president of the Mississippi Medical Association, dives into the world of FDA-approved cannabis-derived medications. He discusses their specific uses, such as Epidiolex, and navigates the complex regulatory landscape surrounding them. Listeners learn about the challenges in cannabis research, the legal status of THC and CBD in foods, and the importance of evidence-based studies, especially for vulnerable populations. This enlightening conversation sheds light on a rapidly evolving field.

Board-certified physician at Stanford Medicine, Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, and professor and director of Addiction Sciences at the Medical University of South Carolina, Kevin Gray, MD, discuss cannabis use and its effects on mental health and psychiatric disorders, including psychosocial outcomes from use and potentiation of psychiatric disorders. Common perceptions of use of cannabis for mental health are also discussed.     ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES

Pain expert Samer Narouze, MD, PhD talks about the pharmacology of cannabis, including the chemical structures, mechanism of action in the body, and pharmacodynamics of cannabinoids. This episode also addresses clinical information related to potential drug-drug interactions and adverse events from use of these products.     ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES

Learn about potential for cannabis addiction, withdrawal symptoms, and overdose. Board-certified physician at Stanford Medicine, Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, reviews screening, models of care, and treatment for cannabis use disorder.     ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES

As opioid overdose deaths surpass 100,000 annually in the U.S., the crisis has reached a devastating peak, and physicians play a critical role in addressing it. AMA President-Elect Bobby Mukkamala, MD, chair of the AMA Substance Use and Pain Care Taskforce explores the latest data, policy shifts, and clinical strategies that can help doctors balance pain management with addiction prevention. This episode was created in collaboration with the PermanenteDocs Chat podcast, and is hosted by family physician Alex McDonald, MD.     ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES

Ob-Gyn and addiction medicine physician Tricia Wright, MD, MS, DFASAM examines cannabis use during pregnancy, including why pregnant persons might use cannabis, the effects of prenatal exposure, and how to talk with pregnant patients about cannabis use.     ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 📺 Follow the AMA on YouTube: @americanmedicalassociation  🎥 Watch #AMAUpdate for the latest in health care news for physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_Update 📧 Subscribe to AMA Morning Rounds newsletter, with the news you need every morning delivered to your inbox: https://bit.ly/AMA-MorningRounds 🎧 Listen to our latest podcast episodes now: https://bit.ly/AMA_Podcasts 📲 Download AMA Connect for news, podcasts, video updates and learning in one place: https://apple.co/3URzNES