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The AMA has achieved recent wins in 5 critical areas for physicians.

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      AMA members outline some of their favorite nonfiction reads related to health care—books that are eye-opening, provocative and moving.

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      The bureaucratic tasks required can feel overwhelming. Get started ASAP to avoid undue delays. Here’s what you will need to do.

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      Red flags, must-haves for young doctors in contract negotiations

      Before you sign on the dotted line in your first or second physician career stop, learn with the AMA about what to look for—and avoid—in employers.

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      Find the agenda, documents and more for the 2026 UMAS Annual Meeting on June 5 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. 

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