About the AMA
The American Medical Association is the physicians’ powerful ally in patient care. As the only medical association that convenes 190+ state and specialty medical societies and other critical stakeholders, the AMA represents physicians with a unified voice to all key players in health care. The AMA leverages its strength by removing the obstacles that interfere with patient care, leading the charge to prevent chronic disease and confront public health crises and, driving the future of medicine to tackle the biggest challenges in health care.
AMA leadership
John J. Whyte, MD, MPH
Chief Executive Officer & Executive Vice President
Specialty: Internal Medicine
John J. Whyte, MD, MPH, serves as the CEO and executive vice president of the American Medical Association, the nation’s largest physician organization. He is a transformational leader with a proven record of driving innovation across government and private industry. A recognized leader in health care delivery and regulation, he is consistently named as one of the Top 20 Health Influencers. Dr. Whyte is also an accomplished author having written five best-selling books.
AMA Board of Trustees
For bios and downloadable high-res photos for the AMA Board of Trustees, visit their individual pages.
AMA media relations
Inquiries from reporters and members of the media please contact AMA Media Relations through the online contact form or call (312) 464-4430.
JAMA Network® media relations
For media inquiries regarding studies published by the JAMA Network® journals, please visit their media website.
Public inquiries
Members of the public please call (800) 621-8335.
