AMA Leadership

These are 2019’s most influential clinical executives

A leading health care trade publication has released its list of top 50 clinical executives. Twenty-one share a common trait: AMA membership.

AMA CEO and Executive Vice President James L. Madara, MD durimg 2019 Annual Meeting.

Jun 8, 2019 ·

21st century medicine must tackle health inequity: AMA CEO

James L. Madara, MD, tells the AMA House of Delegates that efforts to reshape medicine won’t succeed unless they put equity front and center.

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Apr 24, 2019 ·

Why the AMA is committed to a diverse physician workforce

Texas Tech’s decision to no longer consider race in medical school admissions decisions is a setback to the profession’s efforts on diversity and health equity.

Apr 15, 2019 ·

New AMA anti-harassment policies the right step for the profession

We take a zero-tolerance approach to harassment. Complaints should be independently and promptly investigated according to the highest standards.

Mar 20, 2019 ·

Solution to health plan quandary lies with improved ACA

Medicare for All model would be unsustainable and disrupt the employer-sponsored health coverage that most Americans have and are satisfied with.

Mar 5, 2019 ·

We cannot let changes to Title X put women’s health at risk

The AMA and leaders across medicine filed a lawsuit to block the Administration’s rule that would decimate the Title X program and limit the medical advice physicians can give their patients.

Feb 25, 2019 ·

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Drs. McAneny, Harris recognized for work as women health care leaders

AMA President Barbara L. McAneny, MD, and President-elect Patrice A. Harris, MD, honored on Modern Healthcare lists of most accomplished female executives from the health care sector.

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Jan 7, 2019 ·

Landmark deal on medication-assisted treatment a model for nation

A breakthrough in Pennsylvania eliminates prior authorization for lifesaving treatment for opioid-use disorder. Every other state should follow suit.

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Dec 12, 2018 ·

Unlocking the potential of digital health care

Health disparities lurk behind hopes for telemedicine and health care AI, writes AMA President-elect Patrice A. Harris, MD. Asking the right questions is critical.