Advocacy Update

Dec. 6, 2024: State Advocacy Update

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Registration is quickly filling up for the 2025 AMA State Advocacy Summit. We hope to see you on Jan. 9-11 at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California. The room block closes on Dec. 16 (or sooner if sold out). 

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Conference content will focus on high-priority health care issues that states will likely address in the coming legislative sessions. Don’t miss out on these exciting sessions: 

  • Reforming payer practices to improve access to care

  • Scope of practice from the inside out

  • Medical student and physician wellness

  • And so much more!  

View the draft meeting schedule (PDF) to help plan your travels. Additional agenda items will be announced soon.    

The 2024 State Advocacy Summit sold out. RSVP now to reserve your spot for 2025—and make sure to book your hotel room

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