Mental well-being is a crucial aspect of overall health. Learn from AMA member physicians about tips to help patients address mental health concerns.
When blood-pressure cuffs are too small, it can lead to higher BP about 40% of the time, which leads to improper treatment. Change is needed.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about key takeaways from the AMA's recent prior auth survey and more.
Precision education is a developing concept and one of four new focus areas for the AMA ChangeMedEd® initiative. Find out more.
End-of-life care can be complicated for patients and physicians. Learn how the AMA can help your residents meet this challenge head-on.
Take an insider’s peek at FREIDA™ and discover which residency programs are capturing the interest of your peers.
In a unique view of FREIDA data drawing from more than 13,000 programs, we reveal the top 10 states based on the number of programs.
Relocating for residency can be costly. Is a loan to help cover the expenses associated with moving for GME worth it? Learn more with the AMA.
For physicians preparing to move from residency training to practice, getting an early start on the credentialing process can pay major dividends.
AMA advocacy results in more flexibility for physicians to avoid MIPS penalties and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
MedPAC nears vote on long-term Medicare physician payment reform and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
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® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
Find travel, hotel, child care, and inauguration details for the 2025 Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates taking place June 6-11 in Chicago.
Find information on the organizations that make up the Federation of Medicine—including state, county and national medical specialty societies.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
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 PDF, documents and more for the 2025 IMGS Annual Meeting on June 6 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
Take on a leadership role in the RFS and make an impact on issues facing residents and fellows, patients and the medical profession.
In the news: Measles outbreaks in 5 states, prescription stimulant misuse, shingles vaccine and dementia prevention, avoidable deaths and more.
The Economic Impact Study, completed in conjunction with state medical societies, demonstrates how physicians contribute to the economic health of each state.
American Medical Association members lead the way in moving medicine and reforming health care. This series details how AMA members are leading in medical advocacy, medical education, patient care and practice innovation.
AMA member Andre X. Bourg grew up seeing South Carolina’s health inequities. Now he is determined to help address them, as a physician and as a leader.
AMA member Lou Edje, MD, has found that the long-term patient-physician relationships she creates are more professionally satisfying than she could have imagined.
AMA member David Welsh, MD, was 6 years old when his family doctor saved his life. That moved him to grow up to help others just like his childhood physician heroes.
AMA member Spurgeon William Clark III, MD, remembers how patients would publicly thank his ophthalmologist father for helping them see again. He’s built upon that foundation of excellence.
AMA member Jennifer J. Bryan, MD, has made history as the first woman elected to chair her state medical association’s board of trustees.
AMA member Vijaya Appareddy, MD, was first introduced to medicine by watching her father, a plastic surgeon, treat his patients.
Medical student Haidn E. Foster chose a career in medicine after finally being diagnosed and treated for a longstanding chronic condition. He knew he had to help others find wellness too.
AMA member Charles F. Willson, MD, was born prematurely and a pediatrician saved his life. Now he follows his own path as a pediatrician.
AMA member Baillie A. Bronner hopes that physicians will advocate more effectively and aggressively for the rights of minorities, immigrants and refugees.
