AMA 6-month Community of Practice on routine screening

AMA seeks community health center and emergency department physicians interested in increasing routine screening for HIV, STIs, viral hepatitis and LTBI.

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HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and LTBI Routine Screening Toolkit: Community outreach

A successful routine screening program begins with outreach strategies rooted in engagement outside the health setting’s walls. The toolkit addresses this key step.

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HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and LTBI Routine Screening Toolkit: Patient intake

To implement an effective routine screening program, there are several critical considerations to keep in mind along the testing continuum. Learn about step 2: patient intake.

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HIV, STIs and Viral Hepatitis Routine Screening Emergency Department Toolkit: Patient triage

Creating a trusted and welcoming environment for the patient and letting them play a larger role in the screening process can help give a better view of the patient’s STI screening needs. 

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Creating a healthier future for Native communities

New AMA policies seek to improve health outcomes and expand health care opportunities for American Indian, Alaska Native and other Indigenous people.

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Leadership Viewpoints

AMA Equity Plan 2021-2023

Embedding equity into medicine requires planning and honesty. To meet this moment, the AMA has developed a plan to advance racial and social justice.

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HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and LTBI Routine Screening Toolkit: Resource library

Access the library of resources available from the HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and Routine Screening toolkit for use in your practice.

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Inequitable rural health trends are alarming—and unacceptable

AMA commits to improving the health of rural patients by easing doctor shortages and taking action against negative cancer and pediatric care trends.

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These health systems are taking steps to address health equity

AMA Health System Program members are addressing social drivers of health to better serve patients who continue to face inequities in health care.

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Health System Spotlight

Health equity in radiology training CME

Promote and improve health equity in medical imaging with the Radiology Health Equity Coalition.

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10 must-read bioethics articles published in 2024

On topics such as drug shortages and inpatient psychiatric care, a variety of bioethics articles published this year have caught readers’ attention. 

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AMA Update for Dec. 9, 2024: “It’s such an eye-opening experience.” Bobby Mukkamala, MD, reflects on his brain tumor diagnosis
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“It’s such an eye-opening experience.” Bobby Mukkamala, MD, reflects on his brain tumor diagnosis

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Hear from AMA President-elect Bobby Mukkamala, MD, on his brain tumor diagnosis.

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