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Research to address senior women physicians’ challenges

They helped break barriers in medicine. Now, senior female physicians face daunting challenges such as retirement planning and parental caregiving.

Health Equity
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AMA awards research grants to advance the study of women in medicine

AMA Women Physicians Section and AMAF today announced the winners of the 2017 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women research grants program.

Press Releases
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Physicians honored for efforts to provide care to poor patients

For providing free care to underserved communities and inspiring others to engage in public service, several physicians were honored by the AMA Foundation.

Awards
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New fellowship program aims to reduce LGBT health disparities

The post-residency training opportunity would give physicians valuable expertise to improve care for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender patients.

Population Health
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Former CMS administrator among 10 Dr. Nathan Davis Award winners

Andrew Slavitt was honored for changing how CMS goes about its business, reaching out to physicians and other stakeholders.

Awards
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AMA honors government service, dedication to health care

The AMA announced recipients of the Dr. Nathan Davis Award for Outstanding Government Service — the highest award for elected officials, government employees

Press Releases
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AMA presents lifetime achievement award to recently retired AAFPRS CEO

The AMA presented Stephen C. Duffy, former executive VP and CEO of the AAFPRS, with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award

Press Releases
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AMA presents lifetime achievement award to DC medical society exec

The AMA presented K. Edward Shanbacker, executive VP of the Medical Society of the District of Columbia (MSDC), with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement

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AMA honors director with lifetime achievement award

The AMA presented Katie O. Orrico, J.D., director of the Washington Office at the AANS and CNS, with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award

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