Andrew W. Gurman, M.D., inaugurated as 171st president of AMA

Andrew W. Gurman, M.D., an orthopedic hand surgeon from Hollidaysburg, Penn., was sworn in today as the 171st president of the American Medical Association (AMA). In leading the nation's largest physician organization, Dr. Gurman will focus his tenure on advancing the AMA's three strategic focus areas, to: improve health outcomes for Americans living with pre-diabetes and hypertension; accelerate change in medical education and prepare students for today's health care system; and enhance physician satisfaction and practice sustainability.

"I am honored to serve as AMA president during this pivotal time and be a voice for physicians nationwide," said Dr. Gurman. "We must work together to build a healthier nation, but the gravity of challenges physicians face today is severe; challenges that have and continue to push many out of the profession. It is my privilege to lead this organization to ensure physicians' needs are met."