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.
Al can power precision health. A CME module from the AMA explores key strategies for using AI to make precision health work for everyone.
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.
Congress must act now to reform a flawed and outdated Medicare physician payment system that jeopardizes patient access to care.
Find more information about the Molecular Pathology Coding Workgroup meeting and coding for GSP panel tests.
Gun violence is a public health issue that calls for physician leadership. Browse our latest coverage including firearm safety, gun violence prevention, and more.
AMA member Megan Ranney, MD, MPH, says there’s been a 10%–35% rise in firearms deaths during the pandemic, depending on the community. Learn more.
AMA applauds new law to confront the public health crisis of gun violence.
Highlights from the 2022 AMA Annual Meeting and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
New AMA policies and strategies to prevent firearm violence and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
AMA applauds the senators who negotiated and wrote the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, and we urge the House of Representatives to act quickly and pass this legislation.
The U.S. Supreme Court’s harmful and disturbing 6–3 decision will frustrate appropriate responses to the public health crisis of firearms violence.
AMA disappointed with the Supreme Court’s harmful and disturbing decision to strike down a NY state measure regulating concealed carry licenses for handguns.
The House of Delegates moved to protect patients and doctors from the criminalization of care, gun violence and the public health “infodemic.”
Delegates adopt policy to address the public health crisis, addressing issues such as the unregulated trade in homemade “ghost guns.”
