Nearly 15 million kids in the U.S. have obesity. Stanley Spinner, MD, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics, shares what parents ought to keep in mind.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has named the AMA as a partner in a five-year, $176 million initiative.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the top trends from physician well-being programs.
International medical graduates (IMGS) often face an uphill path, but AMA member Kamalika Roy, MD, says it’s a road worth taking.
Find the AMA's Observership Programs to help international medical graduates adapt to the practice of medicine in the United States.
It’s not enough to explain your passion for the specialty or regurgitate your CV. Be on top of your game by knocking these questions out of the park.
As an infectious diseases physician at Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, Michael A. Horberg, MD, remains vigilant in helping patients with HIV.
Following these steps can empower resident and fellow physicians to find jobs that match their priorities.
Not every physician disability insurance policy is the same. Costs, definitions and riders are three important factors that doctors should consider.
Prior authorization bill earns cosponsorship milestone in House and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Registration open: 2025 AMA State Advocacy Summit and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.
This two-day boot camp, March 31-April 1, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
Health care experts share practical strategies for a smooth EHR transition. Register now.
Download PDFs and access information submitted for consideration at the AMA House of Delegates Interim Meeting.
Review the process for endorsing candidates running for a position on the Board of Trustees or AMA councils.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
Find the agenda PDF, documents and more for the 2024 IMGS Interim Meeting on Nov. 8 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Take on a leadership role in the RFS and make an impact on issues facing residents and fellows, patients and the medical profession.
In the news: FDA reconsiders tirzepatide decision, House majority urges Medicare physician pay reform, Novavax COVID-19/influenza trial paused and more.
Find information about the summary of panel actions, a document prepared after each meeting of the CPT editorial panel.
The AMA is invested in improving health outcomes for children and teenagers across the country. Read up on the latest child and teen health issues, advocacy and public health news, and the AMA's stance on various issues.
Back to school isn’t all about the right supplies. There are some health-related tasks to remember too. Physicians share more.
The current undocumented immigration crisis is creating pressing medical issues at the southern border. Here’s how the AMA is advocating for the health and safety of undocumented immigrants.
In the news: Depression’s link to dementia risk, USPSTF on speech and language delay screening, alpha-gal syndrome in the U.S. and more.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new COVID-19 data on blood types, excess deaths, EG.5 variant and more.
In the news: USPSTF recommendation on lipid disorder screenings, microbiomes impact brain health, link between COVID risk and blood group and more.
The rise in popularity of Wegovy, Ozempic and other anti-obesity medications, has led to more questions among patients with obesity or type 2 diabetes.
In the news: OTC contraceptive approved, prior authorization a tool “to delay and deny care,” deepening mental health crisis in the U.S. and more.
