Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is highly contagious. Herbert Ingraham, MD, an ophthalmologist at Geisinger, shares more about pink eye.
Stay informed with the latest updates on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1), or bird flu.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about well-being programs.
Nearly 80% of time-wasting rules can be changed by health care administrators. AMA playbook offers advice on how to change things.
Access resources and guidance for CME providers and the AMA PRA credit system. Also learn more about the PRA meaning and key points.
Explore the AMA's specific requirements for faculty to obtain CME credit for teaching medical students and residents.
AMA member Amish J. Dave, MD, MPH, says rheumatologists must be comfortable with diagnostic uncertainty and ready to help patients navigate treatments.
Look for the right project, seek out doable ways to help. But before jumping in, make sure you can handle your medical school workload.
Becoming chief resident can dramatically change your postgraduate experience. Co-chief resident Nicolas K. Fletcher, MD, breaks down what to expect.
Many final-year resident and fellow physicians find employment in hospitals and health systems. Get up to speed with these must-have contracting tips.
Registration open: Live July 17 webinar with CMS staff on new ACO PC Flex Model and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AMA priorities and policy goals.
The poster session and networking reception will take place during the 2024 Interim Meeting. Learn more.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
Download PDFs of the proceedings from the 2023 Interim Meeting of the House of Delegates.
Download PDFs of the proceedings of the Annual, Interim and Special Meetings of the House of Delegates (HOD) from 2012-2023.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Leadership of the seven MSS Regions is responsible for policy development and facilitate engagement and collaboration between local campus sections.
Read the June YPS highlights from YPS Chair Jordan Warchol, MD, MPH.
CMS’ latest round of proposed Medicare payment cuts underscores why physicians demand reform. Stopgap measures and quick fixes won’t work.
In the news: How health data could mitigate burnout, weight loss drug effectiveness, PBMs inflate drug cost, Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and more.
Substance misuse affects millions of Americans every year. The AMA is committed to addressing the root causes of substance misuse in America.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest COVID-19 surge, red meat allergy from ticks and more.
The AMA has long advocated for improved access to OTC naloxone as the deadly drug overdose epidemic continues to devastate communities.
The AMA supports the administration’s commitment to addressing insurers’ continued failures to comply with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act.
Easily assign and track an AMA-curated collection of courses to help residents prevent drug-overdose deaths and comply with training requirements.
An Ohio mom was prosecuted after disclosing her illicit drug use upon giving birth. Learn why an appeals court was right to overturn her conviction.
In the news: Eli Lilly’s experimental weight loss drug, updated physical activity guidelines for older adults, fentanyl laced with xylazine and more.
Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for June 2023.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the RSV vaccine, Malaria cases and more.
