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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy upcoming events

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May 7 | noon Central

Over-interpreted regulations can result in unnecessary processes and impair efficiency. In this webinar, speakers Kevin Hopkins, MD, and Robyn Hoffmann, RN, MSN, CHC, discuss how the AMA’s Debunking Regulatory Myths series can help reduce the guesswork in regulatory requirements so organizations can focus on streamlining clinical workflows and improving patient outcomes. Learn more.

May 13 | 11 a.m. Central

In this webinar, speakers Jerome Finkel, MD, of Henry Ford Health and Stephen Parodi, MD, of The Permanente Medical Group delve into three key payment domains that help improve quality outcomes and overall health care spending, while also enhancing both patient and clinician experiences. Learn more.

May 20 | noon Central

In this webinar, a panel of physician leaders discuss how implementing ambient listening and documentation technologies in practice can streamline workflows, create efficiencies, and positively impact physician burnout. Learn more.

June 17 | noon Central

As the use of augmented intelligence (AI) across health care continues to expand, establishing effective governance to integrate these solutions into practice is more important than ever. Join us as we discuss fostering strong leadership, involving key stakeholders, creating robust policies and procedures, and other key elements for ensuring the responsible and effective use of AI. Learn more.

June 26 | noon Central

We know that digital health technologies have a role to play in enabling more timely access to whole-person care, but what’s working in practice? This webinar explores how health care organizations are assessing solutions such as virtual psychotherapy, self-guided learning modules, and patient self-management support and education, including a look at the clinical effectiveness and budget impact. Learn more.

Sept. 17–18, 2025 | AMA Plaza | Chicago

Practice redesign for workforce sustainability is crucial for quality improvement. But how and where to start? This two-day, in-person, interactive boot camp equips attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies needed to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.

Learn how to maximize team-based care, optimize the EHR, eliminate unnecessary work and free up more time to focus on what matters most–patient care. Learn more.

Innovation Academy

AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy provides practice resources such as webinars, mentoring, learning collaboratives, boot camps, and more.

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