The LGBTQ+ Section addresses many important issues of interest to LGBTQ+ medical students, resident and fellows, LGBTQ+ physicians, patients and our straight allies. The section has commented on the World Medical Association's proposed policy on transgender health, which was ultimately adopted, completing 12 years of leadership with the Commission to End Health Care Disparities.
AMA policies on LGBTQ+ issues
Sexual orientation and gender identity are integral aspects of our communities; the AMA policies on LGBTQ+ issues work to inform individuals about LGBTQ+ discrimination and abuse. AMA’s policies for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people’s rights represent a multiplicity of identities and issues.
Find resources to create an LGBTQ+-friendly medical practice
Create an environment in your practice that is inclusive for all patients. Access LGBTQ+ health-related articles, podcasts, handouts and presentations produced by the AMA and other leaders in the LGBTQ+ health field.
Resources include:
- Communicating with LGBTQ+ patients
- Understanding LGBTQ+ health issues
- Preventing suicide in LGBTQ+ youths
- Webinars on navigating the residency Match as an LGBTQ+ applicant and LGBTQ+ family-building
Get involved
- Join the LGBTQ+ Section or volunteer for one of its committees.
- Subscribe to the newsletter to get the latest committee updates on advocacy and governance issues that impact LGBTQ+ and ally physicians and their patients.
Leadership opportunities
Visit the leadership opportunities page open positions and applications.
Contact us
Contact staff at lgbtq@ama-assn.org for further information.
General questions
Contact Charlotte Grill at charlotte.grill@ama-assn.org for assistance.
