The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about BD BACTEC bottles, the latest on bird flu and more.
The EHR is a driver of burnout for doctors. Then comes time to switch to a new one. Early communication, training are musts for a smooth transition.
AMA’s help was “key” to Texas Medical Association’s success in fighting scope creep, says Beaumont anesthesiologist G. Ray Callas, MD.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Access resources and guidance for CME providers and the AMA PRA credit system. Also learn more about the PRA meaning and key points.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member position on the Minority Affairs Section (MAS) Governing Council and how to apply.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member position on the WPS Governing Council and how to apply.
Is it worth delaying having a baby? How might having a child affect your training schedule? Physicians who have confronted those questions offer advice.
Becoming chief resident can dramatically change your postgraduate experience. Co-chief resident Nicolas K. Fletcher, MD, breaks down what to expect.
125+ medical associations push for congressional action on Medicare physician payment and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
New: AMA summary of 2025 Medicare Physician Payment Schedule proposed rule and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
The poster session and networking reception will take place during the 2024 Interim Meeting. Learn more.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
The July 18, 2024 Speakers' Update provides further clarification on group definitions for endorsements, and a new candidate code of conduct.
Download PDFs of reports from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Annual and Interim Meetings.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Find highlights about WPS activities and how its members advocate for patients and women in the medical profession.
Being part of the AMA and SPS brings the opportunity to influence policies within the organization.
In the news: Tech outage grinds health care to a halt, coaching decreases physician burnout, twice yearly shot prevents HIV, HHS restructures ONC and more.
Learn about the council that is responsible for developing simple, informative generic drug names, who they are, how they operate and the issues they face.
Health care equity refers to providing equal access to care for all Americans. Find out how the AMA is advocating for health care equity.
In the Nov. 19, 2020 Prioritizing Equity panel, leaders in public health and academia have the conversation about the power of data in understanding health inequities.
The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing how combating racism within medical education helps address health care disparities.
The pandemic is the latest in a line of revolutions in public health. Learn how these changes are playing out in the Kaiser Permanente health system.
New policy recognizes police brutality as a manifestation of structural racism disproportionately impacting Black, Indigenous, and other people of color.
Blood pressure control is trending in the wrong direction. Learn about four tips to reverse the trend among your patients.
Racial essentialism exacerbates health disparities and results in detrimental health outcomes for marginalized and minoritized communities
New policy adopted by AMA’s Special Meeting of its House of Delegates (HOD) recognizes racism as a public health threat.
The House of Delegates says racism, in all its forms, harms patients. The AMA will identify best practices to help mitigate its effects.
Physician leaders participate in a post-election conversation focusing on centering equity in health policy 2020 and beyond. Watch now.
