This contagious infection, more common in kids, is uncomfortable for everyone. Terry Yen, MD, of Texas Children’s Urgent Care, shares more.
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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The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the health care technology trends of 2025.
Learn how international medical graduates can enter a U.S. residency program, and the special requirements international medical graduates should consider.
When IMG Dr. Arnold Menezes moved the U.S., he had difficulty finding a residency program to take him. Now he’s a legend in pediatric neurosurgery.
Ednan Mushtaq, MD, of Privia Medical Group, says students interested in otolaryngology should see it in both hospital and private practice settings.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the Government Relations Advocacy Fellow (GRAF) and how to apply.
Resident physicians can lead an interprofessional care team with confidence, earn respect from seasoned staff and foster collaboration with these tips.
As a resident or fellow pursuing a post-training career opportunity, a signing bonus is likely in the cards. What should you expect?
2024 AMA overdose report highlights national actions and state-by-state data, and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
AMA comments on MedPAC’s long-term physician payment update policy options and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
Build a framework for the implementation of AI in practice during this seven-month shared learning collaborative launching April 2025.
Find out about the election bylaws and policies for being elected to the AMA House of Delegates.
Review the dates for future Annual and Interim Meetings of the AMA House of Delegates and AMA policy on meeting locations.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Download PDFs of council reports that advocate policies on emerging delivery systems that protect and foster the patient/physician relationship. Key Council reports on this topic have addressed patient-centered medical homes, precision medicine, APMs, telemedicine, and retail and store-based health clinics.
Awards presented at 2024 Interim, the 2025 Physicians of the Future Summit is announced, standing committee spotlight on CAIA, and advocacy updates.
Learn more about the meetings and events held by the Academic Physicians Section (APS) for APS members.
Find a calendar listing the upcoming meetings of the CPT Editorial Panel.
Find out how to apply for a seat on the CPT Editorial Panel or the CPT Advisory Committee.
The MAS Community brings members together to shape medical education and the practice of medicine. Learn more about the community on the AMA.
Download the Doctors Back to School™ Kit to learn more about visiting a school on this day and sharing your passion for the profession with minority elementary and high school students.
As a mentor on his reservation and advocate in organized medicine, Sylvestor A. Moses, MD, PhD, hopes to increase pathways for Native Americans to become physicians.
LeeAnna I. Muzquiz, MD, experienced the challenges Native Americans face in pursuing careers in medicine firsthand. Now she’s working to conquer them.
Anorexia, bulimia and other eating disorders affect millions as disordered thoughts wreak havoc on the body. Learn more with the AMA.
With a condition as stigmatized as obesity, physicians must bring an understanding of the brain science behind weight loss and weight gain.
As the son of a librarian, AMA member Luis Seija, MD, says physicians must go beyond mere facts to make an impact. Learn more with the AMA.
Growing up, Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber, MD, didn’t know which box to check, so she chose “other.” Now she works to give all their place in medicine.
Claudia López, MD, wants physicians from historically excluded racial and ethnic groups to be properly valued in training and within health care.
The U.S. Supreme Court this week heard oral arguments in two cases that could alter how medical schools work to diversify the physician workforce.
