Bacterial meningitis is not common, but it is a medical emergency. Jeffrey Silvers, MD, an infectious diseases physician at Sutter Health, shares more.
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) season often starts in the fall and peaks in winter. RSV vaccines are available to help reduce risk for severe illness.
Explore the impact of the Joy in Medicine program through the experiences of staff at recognized organizations.
For residency programs, teaching how to be part of an effective interprofessional team is vital. Now there’s help online from subject-matter experts.
Learn how international medical graduates can enter a U.S. residency program, and the special requirements international medical graduates should consider.
Take a break from the books and participate in the AMA student leadership Spring Race to Recruit! Learn more.
Olusegun Osinbowale, MD, of Henry Ford Health, says one of the rewarding aspects is that outcomes are often good if conditions are caught early.
As first-year resident physicians take on greater responsibility, honing efficiency and sharpening communication skills can help them thrive.
AMA member John R. Corker, MD, has been with a group practice for eight years and is now an owner. What led him there? Knowing what he wanted.
Another big year for scope of practice advocacy and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
Congress at an impasse 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 the PDF to read the rules and regulations that guide the AMA to uphold its mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
Find information on becoming a candidate for an open leadership opportunity with the IMGS.
WPS resolutions serve as an opportunity to address topics of importance to women in medicine and female patients.
Find a calendar listing the upcoming meetings of the CPT Editorial Panel.
In the news: CDC reports surge in gastrointestinal illnesses, respiratory virus season ramps up, experts probe link between dietary habits and childhood kidney stones and more.
Medical licensing is a necessity for practicing physicians. Learn more about the medical license process and obtaining your license with the latest insights, resources, and news from the AMA.
Obtaining a medical license and earning board certification are key achievements for young physicians. What do those processes entail?
Four states join Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Indian advance practice registered nurses bill and more in AMA state advocacy news.
Licensure application questions on mental health treatment history can discourage physicians from seeking needed treatment. The AMA asks boards to change their practices.
"Share Your Story" initiative on ending opioid epidemic and more in AMA's latest state advocacy news.
Illinois the 9th Compact state to serve as state of principal licensure in the latest state and local AMA efforts to advocate for health care.
Kentucky's medical review panel legislation, opioids on the decline and more in AMA's state and local advocacy efforts.
Four states introduce legislation for Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Louisiana and Utah sign standing orders for naloxone and more in AMA's latest state and local advocacy efforts.
Experts explain the early successes of telemedicine and the work that must be done to encourage its expanded use in clinical practice.
Find information and resources for international medical graduates to obtain a state license to practice medicine in the U.S.
