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Interprofessional education helps fuel meaningful learning

Interprofessional education can help prepare physicians and other clinicians for team-based work cultures. Learn more with the AMA.

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By doctors, for doctors: Ethics guidance now just one click away

The AMA Code of Medical Ethics’ new website brings ethics into the exam room to help patients and physicians with expert guidance on everyday issues.

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Meat production creates ethical challenges both within clinical practice and at an institutional level. Learn how to respond.

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Animals raised for meat deserve a low-stress death. In an interview, Temple Grandin details slaughterhouse methods and where they need to improve.

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