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14 MIN READ

IMGs step up to help fill the care gap in underserved areas

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by speaking with IMGs who are filling a gap by practicing in underserved areas during COVID-19.

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International Medical Education
AMA Update
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6 MIN READ

Impact of COVID-19 on minoritized and marginalized communities

Locate resources on how long-standing disparities in marginalized and minoritized communities have exacerbated the impact of COVID-19.

Health Equity
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3 MIN READ

Sept. 18, 2020: State Advocacy Update

3 big reasons why letting NPs practice independently is a bad idea and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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3 big reasons why letting NPs practice independently is a bad idea

California’s A.B. 890 that would allow independent practice nurse practitioners goes to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk. The AMA explains why he should veto legislation that would allow independent practice for nurse practitioners without physician supervision.

Scope of Practice
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3 MIN READ

Independent practice for NPs fails to solve rural access problems

A California bill nearing passage would remove critical patient protections and drive up health care costs. Learn why the bill won’t live up to its promises.

Scope of Practice
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12 MIN READ

COVID-19 FAQs: Guidance for international medical graduates

Review FAQs on various issues impacting International Medical Graduate (IMG) physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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International Medical Education
AMA COVID-19 Guides
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4 MIN READ

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Aug. 3, 2020

In the news: Young adults with COVID-19 may take weeks to recover, review finds U.S. vaccines are safe and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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4 MIN READ

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of July 20, 2020

In the news: Black children three times more likely to die following surgery, number of people infected with coronavirus may be much higher than reported and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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6 MIN READ

5 barriers to launching a virtual diabetes prevention program

To reach patients with prediabetes during the pandemic, Marshfield Clinic Health System launched the National Diabetes Prevention Program in a distance learning format.

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Diabetes
Health System Spotlight