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

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Patients deserve care led by physicians—the most highly educated, trained and skilled health care professionals. Through research, advocacy and education, the AMA vigorously defends the practice of medicine against scope of practice expansions that threaten patient safety.

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Scope of practice key tools & resources

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Scope of practice: Education matters

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AMA STEPS Forward® resources & customized support for FQHCs & safety-net providers

Learn about supportive open-access resources and programs for federally qualified health centers and community health centers from AMA STEPS Forward®.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy

Customize your practice transformation journey through a variety of open access online resources including webinars, toolkits, playbooks, boot camps, virtual panel discussions and expert speaking engagements—watch the video to learn more. 

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Learn why understanding finances is key to securing the resources your patients and team need.

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Strengthened team roles in rooming and discharge can improve practice flow, ease burdens and support physician well-being. Learn more with the AMA. 

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