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How assessment can evolve to ensure high-quality, equitable care

The next step ahead in medical education assessment is part of the movement for precision education.

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2023 Annual Meeting education sessions
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Annual Meeting education sessions

Get a detailed overview of the upcoming education sessions being held during the 2024 Annual Meeting.

Annual Meeting
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Parents’ inability to pay won’t stop these doctors from caring for kids

Texas Children’s Hospital Community Cares program offers high-quality care for children regardless of their family’s insurance status or income.

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Population Care
Health System Spotlight
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Improving health in rural areas is within our collective reach

The death rate in rural America is 20% higher than in urban centers. The AMA is pursuing policies that can reduce rural health inequities nationwide.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints

AMA Equity Plan 2021-2023

Embedding equity into medicine requires planning and honesty. To meet this moment, the AMA has developed a plan to advance racial and social justice.

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AMA advocacy to improve maternal health

The AMA is committed to tackling the issues surrounding maternal mortality and morbidity. Download the PDFs and learn more about ongoing efforts on improving maternal health.

Public Health
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As digital health tools advance, catch up while earning CME

Physicians can earn a total of 8.5 hours of CME credits with a comprehensive course from the AMA.

Digital
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4 ways this oncology merger empowers private practice physicians

National Cancer Care Alliance and Quality Cancer Care Alliance have combined to create ONCare Alliance. Learn how this helps patients and doctors.

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Private Practices
Health System Spotlight

Health equity in radiology training CME

Promote and improve health equity in medical imaging with the Radiology Health Equity Coalition.

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AMA advocacy efforts

The AMA advocates at the federal and state levels on key health care issues impacting patients and physicians. See updates of some of the recent efforts.

Patient Support & Advocacy
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What is value-based care?

Value-based care is a health care model focused on enhancing patient outcomes while controlling costs. Find AMA resources on value-based care.

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health Care Definitions