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5 MIN READ

5 ways to cut long-term impact of COVID-19 on women physicians

In times of crisis, the unique challenges and burdens faced by women in medicine are exacerbated. Here’s how health systems and organizations can help.

Health Equity
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14 MIN READ

Aletha Maybank, MD, MPH, discusses gender equity issues in health care

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 gender equity issues in health care and COVID-19.

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AMA Update
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5 MIN READ

5 things organizations can do to advance women in medicine

While women in medicine have made tremendous progress, they continue to encounter persistent obstacles to advancement. Learn how to fix representation of women.

Health Equity
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13 MIN READ

Physician moms on challenges they face during the pandemic

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 with a focus on the challenges physician moms face, as a part of a series of special episodes about women in medicine throughout September.

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AMA Update
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How two research projects aim to empower women in medicine

Five women are awarded for research on negotiation tactics as well as sponsoring and empowering women in medicine and science.

Health Equity
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18 MIN READ

AMA celebrates the kick-off to Women in Medicine month

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 with special episodes about women in medicine throughout September.

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AMA Update
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10 MIN READ

These councils shape doctors’ future. Now they’re all led by women.

Seven powerful AMA councils help set the course for U.S. health care. Learn about the seven women heading up these councils in 2020.

Health Equity
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5 MIN READ

4 ways to integrate equity into public health emergency response

When responding to public health emergencies, placing health equity as a priority will be key to moving forward. Learn more from the AMA.

Health Equity
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We can’t allow pandemic to set back women physicians’ advancement

AMA President Susan R. Bailey, MD, says the COVID-19 pandemic could set back hard-won progress for women in medicine.

Health Equity