Overdose deaths have plateaued, but multiple policy barriers are holding back further progress. Lawmakers should follow the evidence on what works to save lives.
There’s a need for ongoing surveillance, preparedness and resources to confront this disease that disproportionately affects LGBTQ+ patients.
Another year, another cut to the Medicare payments needed to keep physicians and their practices going. Congress must turn toward long-term reform.
Learn more about what it means to be recognized by the AMA through the Joy in Medicine™ program.
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.
From deftly tackling case-based questions to showing humility and professionalism, these tips can help applicants stand out on interview day.
Henry Ford Health helps medical students bring their passion for health care to the streets of Detroit, gaining leadership experience in the process.
Going for a chief resident spot requires taking a fresh look at yourself and your program. AMA member Victoria Gordon, DO, advises what to focus on.
Relocation compensation in your first physician job after residency training is almost a given. Learn what’s usually covered and watch out for these wrinkles.
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 PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Find highlights about MSS activities and how its members advocate for students in education and the medical profession.
Awards presented at 2024 Interim, the 2025 Physicians of the Future Summit is announced, standing committee spotlight on CAIA, and advocacy updates.
Find a calendar listing the upcoming meetings of the CPT Editorial Panel.
In the news: FDA recall on popular antidepressant, American adults living with chronic pain, fifth pig organ transplant in the U.S. and more.
The OMSS Community brings members together to shape medical education and the practice of medicine. Learn more about the community on the AMA.
As the country navigates the pandemic, learn from two AMA member physicians about the lessons they’ve learned that will inform future policy.
Challenges that existed before COVID-19 hit have been exacerbated. Learn with the AMA about some ideas to help women in medicine.
The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing what doctors wish their patients knew about wearing masks.
First there was an epidemic of physician burnout, then the pandemic happened. Find out what smart health systems are doing to help their doctors and health professionals cope.
National drug shortages are chronic. Learn about the root causes and efforts to these shortages, both in the long term and during the pandemic.
AMA member David Welsh, MD, was 6 years old when his family doctor saved his life. That moved him to grow up to help others just like his childhood physician heroes.
Many doctors have found that professional solidarity can help when addressing burnout. Find out how joining a medical society can help you respond to stress and prevent burnout.
Preventing ergonomic injuries not only helps keep the physician comfortable, but it makes the workplace safer. Follow these steps to reduce injuries.
FDA should ban flavoring agents and consider tight restrictions on marketing of e-cigarettes to people under 21.
