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.
Make travel arrangements for the Interim Meeting of the HOD taking place Nov. 8-12 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
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.
Learn about the key things medical practices need to know about payment and how to improve managing the claims revenue cycle.
The AMA CPT Editorial Panel has moved faster than ever to create codes during the pandemic. Find out why that streamlined effort is so crucial.
Find out how CPT codes can help health innovators build and deliver products that help physicians provide better care to patients.
The CPT® Developer Program provides developers with access to the AMA’s best CPT content and resources.
Implementation of the No Surprises Act has begun. AMA resources offer guidance on what physicians must do to comply with regulations under the new law.
The AMA scored some wins for doctors in 2021, but big challenges lie ahead this year. Learn about efforts to fix outdated physician pay models.
The AMA disagreed with the MedPAC’s recommendation to continue the freeze in Medicare physician fee payments because it threatens patient access to quality care.
New code effective immediately for expanded primary dose series in children ages 5 to 11.
The ongoing success of Affordable Care Act can be amplified by correcting a few remaining flaws in this landmark law.
Gary S. Kaplan, MD, stepped down as CEO at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health at the end of the year. His work to boost health care quality and safety won’t stop.