News for Academic Physicians
View the AMA-SMS meeting agenda book next week
The agenda book for the AMA Section on Medical Schools (SMS) June meeting will be posted next week on the AMA-SMS Web page. Be sure to download your copy, because no hard copies or CDs of the book will be available. The meeting will take place June 15–17 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
Email Jackie Drake of the AMA if you have questions.
First Academic Medicine Caucus set for June 18
All AMA delegates and alternates with an academic appointment are invited to attend a new AMA Section on Medical Schools (SMS) caucus June 18 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago to discuss issues of mutual concern and interest pertaining to academic medicine.
The caucus will take place in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates. Information about the AMA's strategic direction to implement change in undergraduate medical education will be presented. Network with your colleagues and share your ideas on how the AMA can continue to provide leadership in transforming medical education.
Email Jackie Drake of the AMA if you have questions.
Annual report shows AMA's impact on physicians' lives, practices
The AMA's 2011 annual report, "The AMA Equation: Illustrated," details how the AMA gives voice to the vast majority of physicians, helping them thrive in their careers and provide the best possible care to patients. Highlighting many of the AMA's accomplishments in 2011, the report showcases the core components of the "AMA equation," including the AMA House of Delegates, individual membership, research and education, practice tools and AMA advocacy.
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