The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the dengue fever outbreak.
The AMA adopts new policy on ageism, which can affect older adults’ care outcomes and hamper physicians at both ends of the career spectrum.
Exclusive AMA data shows reprieve after record high in COVID-19 emergency. Smart health systems are working with the AMA to boost well-being.
Medicare’s pay system is unsustainable. A rigid approach that limits doctor participation in alternative payment models (APMs) is part of the problem.
Precision education is a developing concept and one of four new focus areas for the AMA ChangeMedEd® initiative. Find out more.
Understand the evolving field of health systems science and acquire the necessary tools and skills to successfully share this approach with medical students.
Despite the challenges of life in the ICU, AMA member L. Wesley Aldred, MD, enjoys guiding patients and their families through severe illness.
Former AMA Medical Student Section Chair Karen Dionesotes, MD, MPH, says that leadership experience offered powerful lessons for her clinical career.
As you enter the final year of residency or fellowship, a health care recruiter outlines what to expect with your next big task: finding work.
AMA survey data shows residents spend more time on clerical tasks than on direct patient care. How can programs offer solutions to the situation?
MedPAC wants physician pay increased to ensure patient access to care and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
New exception for filing No Surprises Act claim due to Change Healthcare cyberattack and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
The poster session and networking reception will take place during the 2024 Interim Meeting. Learn more.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
Read the House of Delegates (HOD) speakers' updates for the 2024 HOD Interim Meeting.
Download the PDF to read the rules and regulations that guide the AMA to uphold its mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
The Council on Long Range Planning and Development (CLRPD) works on projects based on actions of the AMA House of Delegates or Board of Trustees.
The LGBTQ+ Section addresses issues of interest to LGBTQ+ physicians, patients and straight allies.
Read highlights from the 2024 OMSS Annual Meeting.
Learn about the different career paths at the AMA from current employees.
In the news: Cyberattacks cost $11M, U.S. sees increased dengue fever risk, multivitamins don’t improve life expectancy, prescribing for OUD falls short and more.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated physician distress and disconnection. Find out how to reduce isolation by incorporating professional connection.
With the pandemic entering its third year, here’s what health system leaders should do now to relieve an overburdened physician workforce.
Learn how federal grants will help doctors and health professionals cut workplace distress and boost job satisfaction.
Burnout-related turnover is a driver of unnecessary health expenditures.
Learn how one physician practice provides thorough and efficient annual wellness exams without putting the bulk of the burden on doctors.
“Innovative contracting for private practice physicians” webinar recording available and more in the latest Advocacy Update other news.
New AMA toolkit offers guidance on goals and actions.
Discover how one hospital saw physician burnout drop 11 percentage points after making its lounge a more inviting space.
Survey of 20,000-plus doctors, other health professionals finds many plan to leave current practice or cut back hours within two years. Learn more.
