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Unchecked power in PBM industry puts patients at risk of harm

The combination of low competition among pharmacy benefit managers and high vertical integration with insurers poses significant risk for patients.

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Slashing NIH funding imperils the foundation of medical research

For more than a century, NIH-sponsored research has played a critical role in improving the nation’s health. This vital work must continue. 

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Top medical journal editors defend their standards, independence

The editors-in-chief of JAMA and the New England Journal of Medicine speak up for system that pressure-tests the science and resists ideology.

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Medical Student Outreach Program: Outreach leader training materials & recruitment resources

MSOP Outreach Leaders: Find all of the information you need for the year, including the leader guide PDF, event resources, templates and more.

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Medical Student Outreach Program (MSOP) digital resources

MSOP Outreach Leaders: Find ready-to-post digital content, graphics and logos here.

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Medical Student Outreach Program (MSOP) Resource Center

Download a PDF of the MSOP Program Guide—as an Outreach Leader, the AMA provides all marketing materials, training, resources and event funding you need.

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Why AMA’s president feels called to improve the nation’s health

After surviving a brain tumor, AMA President Bobby Mukkamala, MD, has been on a “journey of revelation” about the U.S. health system.

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Action must follow pledges on prior authorization reform

The latest pledge by heath plans to reform the onerous prior authorization process must be followed by concrete action that fulfills those promises. 

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Find leadership opportunities with the AMA sections

AMA sections (groups) provide ample opportunities for physicians and medical students to be leaders and make a positive impact on the profession and patients' lives.

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