By preparing hospitals to specifically handle pediatric needs, the volume of children in emergency departments has grown by 25% across Geisinger.
Nearly 15 million kids in the U.S. have obesity. Stanley Spinner, MD, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics, shares what parents ought to keep in mind.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about one health system's solution to the physician shortage.
International medical graduates (IMGS) often face an uphill path, but AMA member Kamalika Roy, MD, says it’s a road worth taking.
Find the AMA's Observership Programs to help international medical graduates adapt to the practice of medicine in the United States.
AMA member Andrew Norton says medical students are “boots on the ground” for organized medicine to help patients. Learn about his firsthand tips.
Not sure how UWorld QBanks can help you in your studies? The AMA offers some frequently asked questions and answers to give you more insight.
For residents and fellows transitioning to practice, a CV is a key document to allow potential employers a view of one’s pursuits and successes.
Following these steps can empower resident and fellow physicians to find jobs that match their priorities.
Prior authorization bill earns cosponsorship milestone in House and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Registration open: 2025 AMA State Advocacy Summit and more in the latest State 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.
Download PDFs and access information submitted for consideration at the AMA House of Delegates Interim Meeting.
Review the process for endorsing candidates running for a position on the Board of Trustees or AMA councils.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
Find the agenda, documents and more information for the 2024 PPPS Interim Meeting on Nov.8 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Review the candidates running for various open positions with the Integrated Physician Practices Section, including the governing council.
In the news: FDA reconsiders tirzepatide decision, House majority urges Medicare physician pay reform, Novavax COVID-19/influenza trial paused and more.
Find information about the summary of panel actions, a document prepared after each meeting of the CPT editorial panel.
Some positive signs in effort to level playing field on disputes between physicians and payers. Also, the independent-dispute resolution portal reopens.
During a stroke, every second counts. That is why it is important to know and recognize symptoms early. Two physicians share more.
Download PDFs of checklists, guides, toolkits, playbooks, templates and other supplementary resources for webinars in the Private Practice Simple Solutions series.
AAMC data shows rise in the number of medical students from historically excluded racial and ethnic groups. What comes next is a bigger conversation.
Integration of augmented intelligence and other digital health tools requires fixing foundational problems in technology design and development.
Hypertension can be a silent killer. Learn what doctors wish patients knew about which changes to make to lower BP and why they matter.
One in three women under 50 is iron deficient. Learn more with the AMA on why that matters for your health and how to address it.
Learn how the integrated health system ensures it is an accessible and inclusive workplace for physicians and staffers with disabilities.
Medical students can draw on the connections they forge with patients to grab policymakers’ attention and address health inequities. Learn more.
