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 Practice Management Digital Feb 10, 2015 · 2 Min Read Innovators tap physicians for technology insights With physician input at the ground level of emerging technologies, practicing medicine could become more satisfying—that’s the thinking behind a new collaboration that will give physical space to innovators who want to transform health care. Public Health Population Health Feb 10, 2015 · 2 Min Read VA program needs physicians to provide veterans' care After asking for physicians’ help to enhance care for veterans last November, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs released information for physicians interested in delivering care through the Veterans Choice Program. Learn how you can provide care for veterans. Education 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. Public Health 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. Practice Management 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. Education 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. Residents 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. About 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. Load More
