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  Cancer in people under 50, overdose deaths down, syphilis testing during pregnancy plus measles news
  
  The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about cancer in people under 50, syphilis and more.
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  Who are your practice’s “managing employees?” CMS wants to know
  
  CMS reminds physicians to send in names of their practice’s “managing employees” to stay compliant with Medicare’s credentialing requirements.
  
  AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy upcoming events
  
  Learn more about upcoming events and webinars offered by the AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy.
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- International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: Practicing medicine in the U.S.
  
  International medical graduates need to consider many issues, including starting over in a new country.
  
  International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: Types of visas & FAQs
  
  In the 2020 academic year, 4222 IMG physicians from over 100 countries were offered visas to facilitate residency training in different specialties.
Medical Students
- Step 2 scores decoded: What they mean for your Match prospects
  
  How might your score on the USMLE Step 2 CK affect your residency-application approach? Dive into the NRMP data for MDs, DOs and IMGs.
  
  When residency program signals matter—and when they probably don’t
  
  Latest NRMP survey shows how program directors are really using signals sent by residency applicants. Learn how to build a smart signaling strategy.
Medical Residents
- How to make time to eat—and eat right—during physician residency
  
  Skipping meals isn’t sustainable, nor is subsisting on sugary snacks. Plan ahead to make smarter food choices the default while you focus on learning.
  
  As July looms, how to prep for your next stage of physician residency
  
  From intern to senior resident, every step in GME brings new challenges. These tips can help you meet them like a seasoned professional.
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  2. Advocating for Public Health
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  9. Judicial Advocacy
  May 16, 2025: Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update
  
  Bill introduced in Senate to reverse Medicare physician payment cuts and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
  
  May 16, 2025: National Advocacy Update
  
  CMS opens 2025 MIPS exception/hardship application, now allows for exemption from cost category and administrative claims measures and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
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  September 2025 Practice Innovation Boot Camp
  
  This two-day boot camp, Sept. 17-18, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
  
  ChangeMedEd® 2025
  
  ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
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  Business of the AMA House of Delegates Annual Meeting
  
  Review the reports and resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates.
  
  Specialty and Service Society
  
  The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
Councils
- Assessing state laws affecting meeting feasibility
  
  Review the dashboard to evaluate suitability of a state or territory to host a meeting of the AMA in alignment with policies adopted by the AMA House of Delegates.
  
  Medical education leadership opportunities
  
  Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
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  3. Academic Physicians
  4. LGBTQ+ Section
  5. Integrated Physician Practices
  6. International Medical Graduates
  7. Medical Students
  8. Minority Affairs
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  10. Private Practice Physicians
  11. Residents & Fellows
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  13. Women Physicians
  14. Young Physicians
  Medical Students Section (MSS) elections
  
  View candidates for upcoming elections for the Medical Students Section Governing Council.
  
  2025 PPPS Annual Meeting agenda & resources
  
  Find the agenda, documents and more information for the 2025 PPPS Annual Meeting on Nov.8 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida.
About
- Composition of the RVS Update Committee (RUC)
  
  See the members who make up the RUC and the specialty society they represent.
  
  RUC Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee (HCPAC) Review Board
  
  Learn about the RVS Update Committee (RUC) Health Care Professionals Advisory Committee (HCPAC) Review Board and download a related PDF resource.
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Medical School Life

May 14, 2025 ·

Medical student leadership opportunities

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Apr 17, 2025 ·

The American Medical Association awards program

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Medical School Life

Apr 11, 2025 ·

AMA Board of Trustees—student member

Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member position on the AMA Board of Trustees and how to apply.

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AMA Center for Health Equity

Jun 27, 2024 ·

AMA’s Center for Health Equity mission and guiding principles

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