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AMA furthers commitment to Chicago’s west side with $3M investment

AMA calls on civic, business leaders to join in making strategic investments aimed at improving the health and economic vitality of Chicago’s west side.

Press Releases
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Why the AMA is bolstering its commitment to health equity in Chicago

The AMA doubles down on its commitment to Chicago’s West Side United collaborative, seeking to improve the health and economic well-being of local residents.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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3 MIN READ

U.S. health system must come to terms with its environmental impact

The health system harms communities with its solid, liquid and gas emissions. Learn how health care organizations and policymakers can respond.

Public Health
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4 MIN READ

Not leaving health equity to chance: Future advocates get a boost

As with the physician workforce, the pool of health equity advocates requires constant development. A fellowship is fostering the next generation.

AMA Center for Health Equity
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4 MIN READ

Medicare physician payment reform is long overdue

Congress must fix an irrational Medicare physician payment model to ensure financial stability for practices and protect patient access.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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4 MIN READ

Call race-based algorithms what they are: sources of harm

That app on your phone may not be the helpful tool you think it is. It might be plugging you into an outdated and harmful worldview. Learn more.

Health Equity
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Hispanic/Latinx health equity & ethics

Hear on the ways COVID-19 has impacted Latino/a/x communities, the pandemics impact on immigrant communities, testing, trends and equity. 

Population Care
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Hispanic/Latinx health equity: Educational resources

Find educational modules to further your understanding on the policies, health inequities and biases impacting the Hispanic/Latinx communities.

Population Care
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Hispanic/Latinx health equity: Leadership profiles

Read about some inspiring physicians and how they advocate for their patients and the medical profession.

Population Care