An early sign of Lyme disease is a bullseye-type rash. But symptoms can worsen if left untreated. Three infectious diseases physicians share more.
The AMA opposes policies that create unnecessary stress for our IMG physicians and their families and exacerbate the physician workforce shortage by further limiting the ability of certain non-US citizen IMGs to receive a visa or green card.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the effects of social isolation among older physicians.
JAMA Editor-in-Chief Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo, PhD, MD, MAS, explains how physicians can stay current on the latest trends in health care AI.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Finding a residency spot is the biggest hill to climb, but there’s more that IMGs should know to thrive in U.S. residency training.
Latest NRMP survey shows how program directors are really using signals sent by residency applicants. Learn how to build a smart signaling strategy.
Krista Bodrey, MD, of Confluence Health, says having empathy is essential for a general surgeon, as is being able to handle life-or-death situations.
From intern to senior resident, every step in GME brings new challenges. These tips can help you meet them like a seasoned professional.
A four-week rotation at Sanford Health Bemidji gives Minneapolis residents exposure that could boost the supply of physicians practicing in rural areas.
AMA supports Marketplace integrity efforts while asking administration to reconsider proposals anticipated to reduce coverage and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.
This two-day boot camp, Sept. 17-18, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
Review the reports and resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates.
Find information on submitting resolutions and reports for upcoming annual and interim meetings to the AMA HOD Online Reference Committees.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
See how CSAPH works to represent the AMA’s core belief that scientific evidence is the basis for improving the quality of patient care.
In honor of Older Americans Month (May 1-31), the AMA celebrates senior physician members (ages 65 years and above).
International Medical Graduates Section members can also be members of an International Medical Graduates Section Committee.
In the news: Risk factors for dementia have early impact, study pinpoints spike in maternal death rates, whooping cough continues rising in the U.S. and more.
Recommendations from the RVS Update Committee’s (RUC’s) Relativity Assessment Workgroup and CMS for new and revised CPT codes.
Learn about leadership, technology, and more from AMA members. Browse the latest AMA member profiles, tips, and news.
AMA member Kimberly A. Chernoby, MD, JD, has studied medicine and law, making her well-qualified to fight unnecessary interference in patient care.
AMA member Ricardo Correa, MD, says that medicine is the perfect combination of helping, teaching and science.
AMA member Siobhan M. Wescott, MD, is working tirelessly to raise the chronically low number of American-Indian students entering medical school.
AMA member and chief medical officer Betty S. Chu, MD, reconnects to purpose by speaking with patients in her clinic, during hospital rounds or out in the community.
AMA member Mildred Olivier, MD, was inspired by her Haitian-born parents to join the field of medicine and remains involved in global health.
AMA member Kevin Hopkins, MD, says there is value in remembering why you went into medicine in the first place.
AMA member and President-elect Patrice Harris, MD, owes her success as a leader in medicine to years of hard work, persistence and support from family and friends.
As a leader of organized medicine and as a developer of the oncology medical home, AMA President Barbara L. McAneny, MD, is shaping health care’s future.
AMA member and surgical fellow Mark A. Kashtan, MD, discovered the importance of empathy in a health care well before he became a physician.
