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Do all doctors belong to the AMA?

The AMA is the largest association of physicians and medical students in the U.S. It represents more than 190 state societies and medical specialty associations.

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Refining rules on data release can prevent harm to patients

While some patients want immediate release of test results, others complain that getting bad news electronically without physician involvement causes unnecessary anxiety.

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Burnout is a health crisis for doctors—and patients

We need frank talks about how to address the factors driving physician burnout. It’s starting with leadership from the AMA and the U.S. surgeon general.

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Physicians, not judges, should direct patient care

Key principles of medical ethics are at stake in a Wisconsin case on forced use of ivermectin. Learn more about why the AMA is involved.

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Congress must prioritize Medicare payment reform in 2023

A bipartisan approach on Capitol Hill is needed to fix flawed Medicare physician pay model that threatens practice sustainability and access to care.

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10 years later, how AMA’s strategy changed us—and health care

The AMA’s sharper focus continues to reverberate across health care in new and make an impact in exciting ways.

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Dr. Fauci’s dedication to medical science served the world well

Dr. Anthony Fauci’s unwavering commitment to science, both throughout the pandemic and across his long career, speaks to his strength of character.

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A year of recovery: AMA CXO Todd Unger takes a look back at the progress and key voices of 2022 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Look back at what happened in 2022.

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A year of recovery: AMA CXO Todd Unger takes a look back at the progress and key voices of 2022

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Look back at what happened in 2022.

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