Authors of News & Leadership Viewpoints Bookmark Staff News Writer AMA Affiliated Groups News Writer, Authors Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team. News Authors Catalog of Topics ChangeMedEd Initiative Feb 6, 2015 · 4 Min Read How students are affecting med ed transformation Medical educators have recognized the need to transform medical education, and many schools are working on innovative ideas for medical student training. Student input helped the University of Michigan medical school understand what changes are realistic. Prevention & Wellness Feb 6, 2015 · 2 Min Read AMA to FDA: New proposal would stifle innovation A new proposal from the Food and Drug Administration to impose a regulatory framework for laboratory-developed testing services and procedures would hinder medical innovation and result in reduced patient access to essential testing services and procedures, the AMA told the agency. Digital Feb 5, 2015 · 3 Min Read How the definitions of digital health differ It’s important for physicians to know how tech will influence delivery of care to patients. Learn the differences between digital health definitions. AMA PRA Credit System Feb 4, 2015 · 2 Min Read MOC requirements modified for internal medicine physicians The maintenance of certification program will change for internal medicine physicians, the American Board of Internal Medicine announced. The program’s changes align with principles the AMA called for in 2014. Medical Fellowships Feb 4, 2015 · 5 Min Read Thinking about a fellowship? 5 things to consider Making the decision to pursue postgraduate medical training isn’t easy. Hear what fellows recommend you consider before making your decision. Infectious Diseases Feb 3, 2015 · 3 Min Read How to answer patients' questions about vaccinations The issue of vaccinations recently has dominated the news, and it’s likely that your patients will be asking questions about the safety of the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine for children. Here’s what you need to know when you get these questions. Ethics Feb 2, 2015 · 2 Min Read New medical ethics journal provides practical guidance The newly launched AMA Journal of Ethics offers valuable insights into ethical decision making and the challenges medical students and physicians confront in their training and daily practice. USMLE® Step 1 & 2 Feb 2, 2015 · 2 Min Read 5 ways to squash your USMLE Step 1 anxiety The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 is supposed to be difficult, so don’t be too hard on yourself. Kaplan Medical suggests 5 tips conquer your test anxiety and keep your mind focused. Load More
