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Patrice Harris, MD
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Dr. Harris: We must use our trusted voice to lead in hard times

For a country challenged by COVID-19 and police brutality, it is up to doctors to demonstrate how to understand more—and to fear less, says outgoing AMA President Patrice A. Harris, MD, MA.
Susan R. Bailey, MD
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New AMA president: As physician-heroes we will confront challenges

With little pomp, in trying circumstances, Susan R. Bailey, MD, an allergist and immunologist from Texas, was inaugurated as the AMA’s 175th president.
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President Susan R. Bailey, MD, inauguration address at June 2020 HOD Special Meeting

Susan Bailey, MD, shares how physician-heroes need to confront historical challenges in her inauguration address at the Special Meeting of the House of Delegates.

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2020 Special Meeting of House of Delegates: Immediate Past President Patrice A. Harris, MD, address

Patrice A. Harris, MD, emphasized that it's up to America’s physicians and the AMA, to be the voices the country can trust in times of trial. Watch the address.

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Patrice Harris, MD, MA shares her learnings from her year as AMA president

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing reflections and learnings from AMA's outgoing president Patrice Harris, MD, MA.

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We can’t let essential care become another casualty of COVID-19

One of the pandemic’s hidden tragedies is the degree to which people have put off treatments for serious health conditions.

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Police brutality must stop

Violence between law enforcement and the public is a critical determinant of health. The AMA urges a multi-fold response to address longstanding societal racism.

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Med school grads: We need you more than ever

Graduating from medical school in the midst of a global pandemic spurs mixed emotions, including a sense of loss as in-person ceremonies are canceled and loved ones are unable to witness the accomplishment firsthand.

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Generosity of AMA employees shines during COVID-19 and beyond

AMA employees have a long history of pitching in during times of crisis. Learn how the generosity of the staff has enhanced that legacy during COVID-19.

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