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

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      Listening to program coordinators, UNC created a professional development initiative to boost confidence, improve performance and support retention. 

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      Physician residency virtual open houses—what you should know

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      Finding my place in medicine: Zachary Coffman, MD, pediatric cardiologist

      AMA member Zachary Coffman, MD, of Advocate Health, changed practice settings midcareer. Find out what motivated him and who he looked to for help.

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      How Jefferson Health recruits and retains resident physicians

      The Philadelphia-based health system offers varied environments, mentors, and mental health support to engage prospective medical graduates. 

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      Top stories of Advocacy Update: July 2026

      Stay informed with top advocacy news and essential updates on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the healthcare environment in July 2026.

      July 24, 2026: National Advocacy Update

      CMS proposed rule would impose new restrictions on payment mechanisms used by state Medicaid programs, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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      Review the agenda and schedule of events for the 2026 HOD Interim Meeting at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.

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      The council investigates general ethical conditions and all matters pertaining to the relations of physicians to one another or to the public, and make recommendations to the House of Delegates or the constituent associations through the issuance of reports.

      Council on Ethical & Judicial Affairs (CEJA) reports by year

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      More utilization drives U.S. health spending to nearly $5.3 trillion

      AMA report details 7.2% rise in national healthcare spending in 2024, which marked the second straight year of elevated growth.

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Scope of Practice

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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Improve team-based care with medical assistant development.

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The Joy in Medicine® program centers on criteria across six domains that contribute to well-being. Learn more about the program criteria. 

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The Southeast Permanente Medical Group credits strong collaboration and clearly defined team roles as key drivers of excellence and better outcomes.

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Council on Medical Service reports

Download PDFs of Council on Medical Service reports and issue briefs.

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