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Why the AMA is committed to a diverse physician workforce

Texas Tech’s decision to no longer consider race in medical school admissions decisions is a setback to the profession’s efforts on diversity and health equity.

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Leadership Viewpoints
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How free medical school tuition can change the physician workforce

Some medical schools are zeroing out their tuition bills. That could mean a more diverse pool of physicians who are freer to pursue different career and life paths.

Preparing for Medical School
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Drs. McAneny, Harris recognized for work as women health care leaders

AMA President Barbara L. McAneny, MD, and President-elect Patrice A. Harris, MD, honored on Modern Healthcare lists of most accomplished female executives from the health care sector.

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Left to right: AMA President-elect Patrice A. Harris, MD, and Modena Wilson, MD, AMA chief health and science officer emerita.
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Health equity commitment being embedded in DNA of AMA’s work

Health equity means “optimal health for all,” says the AMA, which is undertaking a sustained effort to achieve that goal.

Health Equity
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Jan. 10, 2019: National Advocacy Update

Physicians comment on Part B drug payment proposal, Trump Administration's H-1B proposed rule, and more in AMA's national advocacy news.

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Liked, loved, shared: What got physicians talking this year

Physician actions in areas such as gun violence, professional burnout and immigration policy struck home with readers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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3 misconceptions about what drives medicine’s gender pay gap

Oft-told explanations of why male physicians earn more than their female counterparts overlook some key facts.

Health Equity
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Future physicians should seek training to enhance access to rural care

The AMA encourages medical students and residents to seek training opportunities in public and population health to increase access to care in rural areas.

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Mildred Olivier, MD: Reducing disparities in the profession

AMA member Mildred Olivier, MD, was inspired by her Haitian-born parents to join the field of medicine and remains involved in global health.

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