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Medical School Life

Medical student leadership opportunities

Take on leadership opportunities at the local, state or national levels to represent medical students and address their concerns.

Leadership

Charles F. Willson, MD: Members Move Medicine: He improved primary care for Medicaid patients

AMA member Charles F. Willson, MD, was born prematurely and a pediatrician saved his life. Now he follows his own path as a pediatrician.

Leadership

Sheila D. Rege, MD: Members Move Medicine: Fighting for what’s right for her patients

AMA member Sheila D. Rege, MD, saw how Parkinson’s disease changed her grandfather and how one physician could make a difference.

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Physician Diversity

3 ways women physicians can become leaders in medicine

These three women in medicine have faced their own challenges in medicine. Here are their tips for securing powerful roles in health care.

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Physician Health

What to do when patient says, “I’d rather have a white doctor.”

The emotional harm to physicians of color can be substantial. The first step is to acknowledge racist speech and behaviors.

Physician Health

Well-being 101: Elevate the conversation

At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, students learn the importance of recognizing one’s limits, but more importantly, not to fear talking about it.

Leadership

Kelly J. Caverzagie, MD: Members Move Medicine: Transforming med ed to meet patient needs

AMA member Kelly J. Caverzagie, MD, chose a career in medicine to connect with others and help them pursue their goals.

Sustainability

Prior authorization research & reports

Read the evidence supporting the need for prior authorization reform.

Physician Health

5 steps to prevent physician ergonomic injuries in your organization

Preventing ergonomic injuries not only helps keep the physician comfortable, but it makes the workplace safer. Follow these steps to reduce injuries.

Council on Long Range Planning & Development

About the Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD)

See how the Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD) studies long-term strategic issues related to AMA’s vision, goals and priorities.

How prediabetes exacts a $43 billion toll on U.S. economy

5 years of evidence shows how expanding Medicaid boosts health

Google-Ascension deal comes as concerns rise on use of health data

New research links hard-to-use EHRs and physician burnout

The Match process is packed with stress. Ob-gyns aim to fix it.

ICD, CPT and more: A coding primer for medical residents

3 misconceptions undergrads have about applying to med school

Medical residents: Here's how doctor burnout affects your marriage

State advocacy

Supreme Court listens to AMA regarding adolescents’ development

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Loans & financial services

2019 AMA Interim Meeting is underway—7 issues to watch

AMA meetings app FAQs

About the Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD)

Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD) Projects

MAS Interim Meeting agenda & resources

MSS Interim Meeting agenda & resources

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AMA to Supreme Court: Rescinding DACA would harm health care

Essential Tools & Resources

Membership Moves Medicine™

AMA House of Delegates

Constitution and Bylaws

PolicyFinder

Medical student leadership opportunities

Charles F. Willson, MD: Members Move Medicine: He improved primary care for Medicaid patients

Sheila D. Rege, MD: Members Move Medicine: Fighting for what’s right for her patients

3 ways women physicians can become leaders in medicine

What to do when patient says, “I’d rather have a white doctor.”

Well-being 101: Elevate the conversation

Kelly J. Caverzagie, MD: Members Move Medicine: Transforming med ed to meet patient needs

Prior authorization research & reports

5 steps to prevent physician ergonomic injuries in your organization

About the Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD)

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