About Our Policy and Advocacy
We are the voice of young physicians concerned about issues affecting their practice and their patients. Learn about our Policy-Making Process and how the AMA-YPS is working for you. See how your leaders speak up for you and the profession.
Our Policy Positions
Review the AMA PolicyFinder to see what positions your colleagues took on a range of public health positions and policies that impact how you deliver care to your patients.
Our Policies in Action
The Young Physicians Section and its members play a crucial role in shaping health policy at all levels. View our clinical tools.
Download powerpoint presentations you can use in your community. See materials we've developed on issues that affect your community, and resources you can share with your patients:
- Heat-Related Illness
- Pain Management
- Low Vision: Aids and Rehabilitation
- Free Drugs for the Poor
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BenefitsCheckUp (for Public Programs/Benefits)--A service of The National Council on the Aging
Contribute to our Policy Development
Get Involved Your participation is vital to our success. Submit a resolution on a topic of concern. Participate in our meeting. Apply for a policy promotion grant. Nominate a colleague for a community service award.
Participate in Our Advocacy
Speak up. Tell your legislators how issues are affecting you and your patients. Visit the YPS Take Action Center and the AMA Grassroots Action Center. Learn how to successfully Communicate with Members of Congress (PDF, 108KB, requires Adobe Reader).
Patient Care Resources
National Patient Safety Foundation
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Content provided by: Young Physicians Section