Avani K. Patel, MD
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11 MIN READ

This resident psychiatrist stakes her claim as physician leader

AMA member Avani K. Patel, MD, MHA, has faced many biases throughout her journey in medicine. But they have only pushed her to accomplish even more.  

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Health Equity
Thriving in Residency
Amanda Azadian
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5 MIN READ

To advance digital health, doctors and developers gather in person

There’s no shortage of ideas among digital health developers. The AMA is convening opportunities to ensure they benefit from physician insight.

Digital
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5 MIN READ

4 big lessons from COVID-19 for the next public health emergency

The pandemic exposed significant, longstanding gaps in the U.S. public health system. A coalition led by Kaiser Permanente seeks to help fill them.

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Health System Spotlight
Bobby Mukkamala, MD
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4 MIN READ

Don’t just hope for health innovation equity—make sure it happens

AMA leaders took their message that health technology needs to work for physicians and promote health equity to the HIMSS Global Health Conference.

Health Equity
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5 MIN READ

How Saint Peter’s is solving patients’ food insecurity concerns

Screening for social determinants of health at New Jersey health system uncovers patient concerns about accessing nutritious foods. Learn more.

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Health Equity
Health System Spotlight
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10 MIN READ

Q&A: A safety-net physician discovers her power to help patients

Amna Khan, MD, became a pediatrician to work at the intersection of social justice and medicine. Learn about a fellowship that’s giving her a boost.

Health Equity
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15 MIN READ

April 21, 2023: National Advocacy Update

Surge in medical liability premiums increases reaches fourth consecutive year and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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May 9, 2023 ·
4 MIN READ

National Health Equity Grand Rounds: Follow the Money!

The National Health Equity Grand Rounds series episode, Follow the Money!, took place on May 9, 2023.

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Events
National Health Equity Grand Rounds
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39 MIN READ

Prioritizing Equity video series: Embracing public safety and health for improved firearm violence prevention

In this edition of Prioritizing Equity series, learn about the work of physicians involved in public health, public safety and firearm violence prevention.

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Public Health
Prioritizing Equity Video Series