Uterine fibroids often lurk undetected, affecting millions of women. Veronica Gillispie-Bell, MD, MAS, an ob-gyn from Ochsner Health, shares more.
Stay informed with the latest updates on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1), or bird flu.
Health care leaders often believe the accrediting body is responsible for requirements that can burden doctors. Learn the reality behind the rhetoric.
The Medicare payment system is on an unsustainable path. Find materials to contact members of Congress to let them know the Medicare physician payment system needs reform.
Take a look at the crucial role of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in our nation's health care landscape and how the AMA is working to support IMGs.
Precision education is a developing concept and one of four new focus areas for the AMA ChangeMedEd® initiative. Find out more.
Who should write your letters of recommendation for residency applications and what do they need from you? A physician expert offers insight.
What is the average medical school debt? How does medical student loan forgiveness work? Find answers to these key questions and more.
With most U.S. physicians now employed, getting the employment contract right is essential. Dive deeper with eight key legal do’s and don’ts.
If history repeats itself, most final-year medical residents will get more than 100 job solicitations—but some will get more than others.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the AMA’s latest advocacy efforts.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
This two-day boot camp Sept. 23-24, 2024, is designed for clinical and operational change agents looking to eliminate unnecessary work and free up more time to focus on what matters most–patient care.
On Medicare pay, scope creep, prior authorization and more, the AMA House of Delegates is meeting to help reshape medicine’s future.
Review the reports and resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
See how the CCB recommends changes to the AMA Constitution and Bylaws and assists in reviewing the rules, regulations and procedures of AMA sections.
Find the agenda, documents and more information for the 2024 YPS Annual Meeting on June 7 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
Read highlights from the 2024 YPS Annual Meeting.
From Medicare payment reform to reducing physician burnout, fixing prior authorization to defending against scope creep, the AMA is fighting for you.
In the news: HIPAA data breach reporting requirements, cardiovascular disease trends, new long COVID report and more.
Medical school experience highlights insights into the lives of students preparing for or working through med school. Find the latest information and advice about medical school from the AMA.
A research year during medical school affords students more time to follow their scholarly pursuits. Is it the right decision for you?
A productive research year can make a residency applicant stand out, but that shouldn’t be your primary motivation, the experts say.
As a medical student, Dr. Vanood was among the first to study COVID-19’s neurological manifestations. Learn how it affected her career trajectory.
Every visit with Congress is a sales pitch. Follow this expert advice for medical students to take their part in reshaping medicine’s future.
Pursuing med student research opportunities is a great way to deepen your experience. Learn more with the AMA.
PGY-1 Whitney Sambhariya, MD, PhD, tells students to embrace standardized patient encounters, and offers thoughts on what she would do differently.
Work with your health care teammates, be ready to ask for help, and do your part to reimagine medicine. And when mom calls, take time to chat.
This PM&R resident’s journey in research includes training on two continents and three advanced degrees. She offers great advice for medical students.
Choosing a physician specialty is a nuanced decision for any aspiring doctor. Parenting responsibilities can add another layer to that career-shaping choice.