The AMA is committed to supporting efforts to reduce and prevent the rising rates of maternal mortality. Download the PDF with an overview of AMA recommendations to improve outcomes.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the viruses currently circulating around.
Value-based care is a health care model focused on enhancing patient outcomes and quality of care. Find AMA resources on value-based care.
Northwell Health enables physicians to smartly use teamwork to complete routine tasks so doctors have more face time with patients.
Take a look at the crucial role of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in our nation's health care landscape and how the AMA is working to support IMGs.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Heather Kowalski, MD, a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at University of Iowa Health Care, feels privileged to help children through scary, stressful times.
From process to potential pitfalls, there’s much for applicants applying to multiple specialties in their physician residency program search to keep tabs on.
Whether you are looking for your first job out of residency or have been practicing for years, knowing how to negotiate your contract is vital.
Moving from junior to senior resident marks a shift in a physician’s autonomy and responsibility. Learn how to make an effective transition.
Download the vision statement PDF on the AMA's commitment to improving health insurance coverage and health care access.
People who are uninsured live sicker and die younger. Learn how the AMA works to strengthen the Affordable Care Act and expand health insurance coverage.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
This two-day boot camp Sept. 23-24, 2024, is designed for clinical and operational change agents looking to eliminate unnecessary work and free up more time to focus on what matters most–patient care.
Find dates, times, CME opportunities, and download PDFs detailing CME credit for education sessions offered during the 2024 Interim Meeting.
Make travel arrangements for the Interim Meeting of the HOD taking place Nov. 8-12 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Download PDFs of council reports that have proposed strategies establishing the AMA vision for health system reform to cover the uninsured and expand health insurance coverage and choice.
Download PDFs of reports from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Annual and Interim Meetings.
The Medical Student Section (MSS) provides policy making resources for its members, including guidance on how to submit resolutions.
Learn how the Private Practice Physicians Section (PPPS) advocates and shapes AMA policies that support physician private practices.
Physician burnout figures have dipped, but much work remains. The AMA offers a wealth of resources supporting professional satisfaction.
In the news: COVID surges in U.S., cancer deaths among men rising, Parvovirus B19 infections on the rise, mpox now an international health emergency and more.
Substance misuse affects millions of Americans every year. The AMA is committed to addressing the root causes of substance misuse in America.
Physicians’ unified message to Congress: Reform Medicare pay now in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Big win for California patients: Optometry surgery bill defeated in the latest State Advocacy Update.
Attention to aging well shouldn’t begin as an older adult. It is important to start young. Three physicians share how patients can practice healthy aging.
Medical students, physicians are eager to learn how to better care for patients living with substance-use disorders. Learn more with the AMA.
The guidance announced today offers regulatory clarity for harm reduction organizations to purchase naloxone so more will be distributed in communities.
AMA 2022 Overdose Report shows worsening epidemic, need for all-hands approach and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
Sleep hygiene is the medical term for the best practices people should use to get a good night’s sleep. Discover eight critical steps to better rest.
Illicit drugs are fueling the overdose epidemic. A new AMA report makes clear how physicians, payers, policymakers and others can help save lives.
With a report issued today detailing the horrific toll of the nation’s overdose and death epidemic, the AMA calls for an all-hands approach to help save lives.
