The AMA is committed to supporting efforts to reduce and prevent the rising rates of maternal mortality. Download the PDF with an overview of AMA recommendations to improve outcomes.
Preeclampsia can present with no symptoms, but high BP is a hallmark. Two ob-gyns shed light on preeclampsia and what to keep in mind.
Physicians deemed to be information blockers will see their MIPS scores take a hit. Catch up on the new health IT rules with the AMA.
Help your organization improve in important areas of practice, including workflow, teamwork and clinician well-being, with guidance from our physician leaders.
Take a look at the crucial role of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in our nation's health care landscape and how the AMA is working to support IMGs.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about program signals for residency applications.
Open houses that take place before the MyERAS application deadline offer medical students an opportunity to determine their fit with a program.
AMA member Scott H. Pasichow, MD, MPH, was in his second year of residency when he realized he needed help. Today, he still practices prevention.
Some physician specialties enjoy high demand nearly everywhere, but this isn’t true for all. A recruiter has tips for evaluating employment opportunities.
Download the vision statement PDF on the AMA's commitment to improving health insurance coverage and health care access.
People who are uninsured live sicker and die younger. Learn how the AMA works to strengthen the Affordable Care Act and expand health insurance coverage.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
This two-day boot camp Sept. 23-24, 2024, is designed for clinical and operational change agents looking to eliminate unnecessary work and free up more time to focus on what matters most–patient care.
Make travel arrangements for the Interim Meeting of the HOD taking place Nov. 8-12 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Find out about the election bylaws and policies for being elected to the AMA House of Delegates.
Download PDFs of council reports that have proposed strategies establishing the AMA vision for health system reform to cover the uninsured and expand health insurance coverage and choice.
Download PDFs of reports from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Annual and Interim Meetings.
Learn how the Private Practice Physicians Section (PPPS) advocates and shapes AMA policies that support physician private practices.
Read the YPS highlights from YPS Chair Sam Mathis, MD, MPH.
In the news: COVID surges in U.S., cancer deaths among men rising, Parvovirus B19 infections on the rise, mpox now an international health emergency and more.
Learn about the AMA's awards and scholarships for physicians, medical students and residents and download the application PDF.
Ethics of Professional Self-Regulation discusses accountability of professional conduct and ethics in the medical profession. Learn more about self-regulation ethics on the AMA.
Residents and fellows are physicians first and foremost and should always regard the interests of patients as paramount.
The obligation to develop the next generation of physicians must be balanced against patients’ freedom to choose from whom they receive treatment.
Sexual relationships between medical supervisors and trainees are not acceptable, even if consensual.
Sexual or romantic interactions between physicians and third parties may detract from the goals of the patient-physician relationship.
A physician must terminate the patient-physician relationship before initiating a dating, romantic or sexual relationship with a patient.
The May 12 issue of JAMA takes a deep dive into professionalism, including viewpoints from scholars and academic leaders about the responsibility and accountability of medicine to self-govern, self-regulate and ensure the highest degree of professionalism.
In light of the new U.S. Senate report on interrogations, now is a good time for physicians to make sure they understand their ethical obligations regarding torture and interrogation. The Code offers specific policy regarding what physicians should and should not do in situations involving torture or coercive interrogation.
Physicians had the chance to share their opinions on continuity of care in complex health care systems and the ethical obligation to provide competent care during an open forum of the AMA Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs (CEJA).
Gifts to physicians from industry create conditions that carry the risk of bias and impaired professional judgment in care of patients.