The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn about the latest in measles, bird flu, Alzheimer's and more.
The Trump administration should defend lifesaving coverage parity rules against lawsuit brought by an employer trade group.
A new survey of more than 10,000 U.S. physicians 65 or older finds that nearly one five experiences a high degree of loneliness.
For physicians already in private practice or those considering it, the AMA has pulled together a great collection of CME to get you up to speed on the management, financing and regulatory aspects.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Finding a residency spot is the biggest hill to climb, but there’s more that IMGs should know to thrive in U.S. residency training.
Latest NRMP survey shows how program directors are really using signals sent by residency applicants. Learn how to build a smart signaling strategy.
From evaluating clerkships to finding your best fit, these strategies help medical students make this key decision with clarity and purpose.
From intern to senior resident, every step in GME brings new challenges. These tips can help you meet them like a seasoned professional.
A four-week rotation at Sanford Health Bemidji gives Minneapolis residents exposure that could boost the supply of physicians practicing in rural areas.
With nearly 93% of Americans insured, health spending hits highest levels in two decades—except for 2020. Dig deeper on the latest trends.
AMA supports Marketplace integrity efforts while asking administration to reconsider proposals anticipated to reduce coverage and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
This two-day boot camp, Sept. 17-18, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
Review the reports and resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates.
Find information on submitting resolutions and reports for upcoming annual and interim meetings to the AMA HOD Online Reference Committees.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
See how CSAPH works to represent the AMA’s core belief that scientific evidence is the basis for improving the quality of patient care.
In honor of Older Americans Month, the AMA celebrates senior physician members during the month of May. Learn more.
International Medical Graduates Section members can also be members of an International Medical Graduates Section Committee.
Learn about the different career paths at the AMA from current employees.
In the news: Risk factors for dementia have early impact, study pinpoints spike in maternal death rates, whooping cough continues rising in the U.S. and more.
Tests like the MCAT are major milestones on your path toward a medical career. The AMA is your source for guidance on passing these crucial tests.
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 17-year-old female patient is brought to the ED with lower abdominal tenderness. Determine the next step in management.
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 22-year-old is brought to the ED after a violent outburst, which his father reports as uncharacteristic. What is the cause?
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 37-year-old has palpitations and increased sweating after a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. What is the appropriate next step?
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 10-year-old patient appears comatose and is profusely diaphoretic. Can you determine the appropriate next step?
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. What is the diagnosis of a patient with history of myocardial infarction and hypertension who is producing paraphasic speech?
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. The 57-year-old patient had a previous myocardial infarction and a three-vessel bypass. What is the next step in management?
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. What will most likely decrease the need for endotracheal intubation and decrease mortality in this 72-year-old patient?
These tips can help medical students excel as they hit the home stretch in studying for Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 72-year-old man has heart palpitations after not taking all his hypertension medications. Which one did he likely forget?
