With a commitment to her patients and the field of osteopathic medicine, Hattiesburg Clinic family physician Shannon L. Goldsmith, DO, is thriving.
Stock up early, says CDC’s Mandy Cohen, MD, MPH, who gives the rundown on vaccine-release dates, eligibility and strategies to encourage vaccination.
New AMA survey research shows emergency physicians take less PTO than every other specialty. Catch up on the details and find out how to change things.
The AMA creates tools and resources aimed at increasing efficiency, engagement and success, so you can focus on your patients and keep your practice open and sustainable.
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International medical graduates (IMGs) often practice in physician shortage areas yet frequently face obstacles getting there.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the importance of medical student advocacy.
Physicians on the lookout for new jobs can benefit from a major health care recruiter’s tips for evaluating practice opportunities.
A physician recruiter has seen hundreds of doctors work through details of employment offers. Learn her recommendations for getting the right deal.
Urge your members of Congress to support letter on physician payment update and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
AMA to CMS: Do not finalize proposed obstetrical services Conditions of Participation and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
This two-day boot camp, March 31-April 1, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
Health care experts share practical strategies for a smooth EHR transition. Register now.
Find information on the organizations that make up the Federation of Medicine—including state, county and national medical specialty societies.
The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
See how the CCB recommends changes to the AMA Constitution and Bylaws and assists in reviewing the rules, regulations and procedures of AMA sections.
Take on a leadership role in the RFS and make an impact on issues facing residents and fellows, patients and the medical profession.
One of the unique benefits of membership in the AMA Resident and Fellow Section (RFS) is the chance to participate in the policymaking process.
In the news: First FDA-approved at-home flu test, undiagnosed iron deficiencies, free COVID tests, Medicare pay for “age-friendly” medical care and more.
In the news: New developments in bird flu transmission, pirated DIY prescription drugs, antimicrobial resistance, home blood pressure monitors and more.
The opioid epidemic affects the lives of millions of Americans. Find out how the AMA is leading the fight against opioid addiction in America.
Physicians treating patients with acute or chronic pain can benefit from 3 suggestions: use state PDMPs to improve care; focus on the patient’s goals not just the pain; and talk about overdose risk.
New policies adopted by the AMA address steps physicians can take to fight opioid overdose epidemic. Efforts cover the use of prescription drug monitoring programs; access to naloxone and adding addiction medicine as a sub-specialty.
Physicians at the 2016 AMA Annual Meeting adopted 11 new policies to promote the betterment of public health. They range from preventing drug overdose to delaying school start times and supporting paid sick leave.
Read highlights of what took place during the meeting of the Resident and Fellow Section during the 2016 AMA Annual meeting.
How do you explain the safety benefits of co-prescribing naloxone to patients without the stigma that overdose carries? One physician shares three talking points that help open the discussion with patients.
Pennsylvania physicians take the lead in fighting opioid epidemic by making lifesaving overdose reversal drug, naloxone, available to all residents. State officials identify 3 next steps.
Physicians who want to start a conversation about substance use face the issue of how to avoid stigmatizing the patient. Three suggestions offer a way to promote an effective patient-physician dialogue.
A distance learning model helps address substance abuse in rural and traditionally underserved areas. The program allows primary care physicians to get the input from colleagues and specialists on the call.
Medicare patient satisfaction surveys pose problems for physicians managing pain. Pressure to prescribe opioids may contribute to epidemic. Ohio takes action to change questionnaire.
