The flu season, which runs from October through May, can be severe. But getting the influenza vaccine can help reduce the risk of severe outcomes.
Recognizing their patients with chronic disease, traumatic experiences need more, these two specialties aim to integrate care to meet their needs.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest in prior auth reform.
Visit our online community or participate in medical education webinars.
International medical graduates (IMGs) often practice in physician shortage areas yet frequently face obstacles getting there.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the Medical Student Section (MSS) standing committees and how to apply.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the MSS position on the National Board of Medical Examiners Advisory Committee.
A peer-coaching program among ob-gyn residents aims to cut the learning curve and give interns more time with patients and less EHR work after hours.
A major health care recruiter shares a detailed process for final-year residents and fellows to follow when assessing practice opportunities.
Deadline extended: Urge your members of Congress to take action on Medicare and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
CMS accepting 2023 MIPS EUC reweighting requests for Change Healthcare cyberattack through Oct. 11 and more in the latest National 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.
Find information on submitting resolutions and reports for upcoming annual and interim meetings to the AMA HOD Online Reference Committees.
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 out about the endorsement and nomination criteria for candidates for the YPS Governing Council .
One of the unique benefits of membership in the AMA Resident and Fellow Section (RFS) is the chance to participate in the policymaking process.
Explore JAMA®, JAMA Network Open™ and the 11 JAMA Network™ specialty journals to access research, reviews and perspectives shaping the future of medicine.
Congress should pass pending legislation to expand residency training slots, along with related proposals to address the projected physician shortage.
Substance misuse affects millions of Americans every year. The AMA is committed to addressing the root causes of substance misuse in America.
Nearly 70,000 people died from drug-related overdose between January 2017 and January 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, with about 48,000 related to opioids, the majority of which is due to heroin and illicit fentanyl.
Pennsylvania and seven major health insurance companies agreed today to remove prior authorization requirements for treatment of substance use disorders.
The AMA and others tell a federal court that e-cig manufacturers are following the big tobacco playbook to lure teens to their addictive product.
Your patient has an opioid-use disorder. Here’s how to find evidence-based care.
On 10th anniversary of law requiring parity for coverage of mental health and drug addiction, AMA calls on policymakers for greater enforcement and oversight.
Surgeon General's Spotlight on Opioids, removing prior authorization for MAT and more in AMA's latest state health care advocacy news.
Doctor office drug compounding oversight, OPPS and ASC proposed rule and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.
Congress has reached agreement on legislation to address the opioid epidemic. Find out how AMA is helping the fight against opioid addiction.
The AMA calls on the nation’s physicians to read this timely new report from the U.S. surgeon general. Find out what you will learn from America’s top doctor.
