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AMA COVID-19 daily video update: Easing patient concerns about the safety of preventive exams

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by recognizing the continued sacrifices of health care workers during the pandemic.

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Physician Diversity

These councils shape doctors’ future. Now they’re all led by women.

Seven powerful AMA councils help set the course for U.S. health care. Learn about the seven women heading up these councils in 2020.

David J. Welsh, MD

Council on Science & Public Health

David J. Welsh, MD, MBA

David J. Welsh, MD, MBA, serves as chair of the AMA Organized Medical Staff Section (OMSS) Governing Council, and is a member of the Council on Science & Public Health at the American Medical Association.

Dayna Isaacs

Council on Science & Public Health

Dayna Isaacs

Dayna Isaacs holds the position of medical student member on the Council on Science & Public Health at the American Medical Association. 

Public Health

AMA COVID-19 daily video update: Why it’s essential to improve data collection and reporting

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the need for improved data collection and reporting.

Health Equity

AMA COVID-19 daily video update: Experts explore health equity within the COVID-19 pandemic

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing top developments in health equity and more.

David Welsh, MD

Leadership

David Welsh, MD: Working hard to put patients first again

AMA member David Welsh, MD, was 6 years old when his family doctor saved his life. That moved him to grow up to help others just like his childhood physician heroes.

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Public Health

Why it’s time to pull the plug on e-cigarette ads

The problem goes beyond the outbreak of vaping-related lung illnesses. 8 in 10 teens see e-cigarette ads, and 40% of 12th-graders have vaped nicotine.

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