This contagious infection, more common in kids, is uncomfortable for everyone. Terry Yen, MD, of Texas Children’s Urgent Care, shares more.
AMA commits to improving the health of rural patients by easing doctor shortages and taking action against negative cancer and pediatric care trends.
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The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the health care technology trends of 2025.
Learn how international medical graduates can enter a U.S. residency program, and the special requirements international medical graduates should consider.
When IMG Dr. Arnold Menezes moved the U.S., he had difficulty finding a residency program to take him. Now he’s a legend in pediatric neurosurgery.
Ednan Mushtaq, MD, of Privia Medical Group, says students interested in otolaryngology should see it in both hospital and private practice settings.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the Government Relations Advocacy Fellow (GRAF) and how to apply.
Resident physicians can lead an interprofessional care team with confidence, earn respect from seasoned staff and foster collaboration with these tips.
As a resident or fellow pursuing a post-training career opportunity, a signing bonus is likely in the cards. What should you expect?
2024 AMA overdose report highlights national actions and state-by-state data, and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
AMA comments on MedPAC’s long-term physician payment update policy options and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
Build a framework for the implementation of AI in practice during this seven-month shared learning collaborative launching April 2025.
Find out about the election bylaws and policies for being elected to the AMA House of Delegates.
Review the dates for future Annual and Interim Meetings of the AMA House of Delegates and AMA policy on meeting locations.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Download PDFs of council reports that advocate policies on emerging delivery systems that protect and foster the patient/physician relationship. Key Council reports on this topic have addressed patient-centered medical homes, precision medicine, APMs, telemedicine, and retail and store-based health clinics.
Awards presented at 2024 Interim, the 2025 Physicians of the Future Summit is announced, standing committee spotlight on CAIA, and advocacy updates.
Learn more about the meetings and events held by the Academic Physicians Section (APS) for APS members.
Find a calendar listing the upcoming meetings of the CPT Editorial Panel.
Find out how to apply for a seat on the CPT Editorial Panel or the CPT Advisory Committee.
Stay up-to-date on the latest developments for switching to alternative payment models (APMs). Make the transition as smooth as possible with resources, articles, and statements from the AMA.
AMA advocacy efforts helped push CMS to embrace digital medicine in the fee schedule. Also catch up on the latest changes to the Medicare Quality Payment Program.
AMA-RAND report: Doctors see opportunity for new payment models to improve care, but are overwhelmed by their complexity and the pace of change.
Physician payment models are becoming more complex and the pace of change is increasing according to a new joint study by the RAND Corporation and the AMA.
Concierge medicine’s not necessarily a path to easy street. If you’re considering direct-care practice, keep in mind these pros and cons.
Congress has reached agreement on legislation to address the opioid epidemic. Find out how AMA is helping the fight against opioid addiction.
Top 7 things doctors should know about the proposed 2019 Medicare QPP rule. AMA is calling CMS to cut red tape.
The AMA details its response to CMS plans for the Quality Payment Program, with a strong focus on cutting red tape and making it easier and simpler for physicians to participate.
Still feeling lost when it comes to understanding QPP? Refresh your knowledge of Medicare payment-reform basics and learn about new opportunities.
The AMA submitted comprehensive comments today to CMS that outlined recommended changes to the proposed rule on physician payment policies.
