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Elevating your voice, and medicine, for 175 years and counting

In 1847, the AMA set a high bar with the Code of Medical Ethics. Each day, we promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Doctors see inequity daily. Fellowship helps them dig deeper.

Advance medical justice with like-minded physicians in this pathbreaking fellowship, which pays a stipend. Learn more from two doctors doing it now.

AMA Center for Health Equity
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How U.S. policy can shape your patients’ health outcomes

You know why social determinants of health matter. Learn from a health equity expert about the political factors that underlie them.

Health Equity
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AMA tackles rural health care challenges by addressing workforce gaps

AMA bolsters policy aimed at addressing the health needs of rural populations.

Press Releases
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How race, and racism, enter the exam room in 2021

In the ’60s, Dr. David Satcher’s first patient refused care from a Black doctor. Today, medicine still struggles to advance health equity.

Health Equity
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Mira Irons, MD, discusses COVID-19 trends and new CDC guidance

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the latest hotspot trends and new CDC guidance for schools.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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Inaugural class of 12 physician fellows to advance health equity

The doctors were chosen from more than 300 applicants nationwide to take part in a first-of-its-kind, 14-month collaborative education initiative.

AMA Center for Health Equity
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AMA equity in medical education resources

Find information about AMA's work towards equity in medical education and available resources for physicians and their practices.

Medical School Diversity
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AMA, Satcher announce inaugural group of health equity fellows

Twelve physicians selected for first-of-its-kind health equity advocacy fellowship.

Press Releases