The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about BD BACTEC bottles, the latest on bird flu and more.
The EHR is a driver of burnout for doctors. Then comes time to switch to a new one. Early communication, training are musts for a smooth transition.
AMA’s help was “key” to Texas Medical Association’s success in fighting scope creep, says Beaumont anesthesiologist G. Ray Callas, MD.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Access resources and guidance for CME providers and the AMA PRA credit system. Also learn more about the PRA meaning and key points.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member position on the Minority Affairs Section (MAS) Governing Council and how to apply.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member position on the WPS Governing Council and how to apply.
Is it worth delaying having a baby? How might having a child affect your training schedule? Physicians who have confronted those questions offer advice.
Becoming chief resident can dramatically change your postgraduate experience. Co-chief resident Nicolas K. Fletcher, MD, breaks down what to expect.
125+ medical associations push for congressional action on Medicare physician payment and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
New: AMA summary of 2025 Medicare Physician Payment Schedule proposed rule and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
The poster session and networking reception will take place during the 2024 Interim Meeting. Learn more.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
Make travel arrangements for the Interim Meeting of the HOD taking place Nov. 8-12 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
Download PDFs of reports from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Annual and Interim Meetings.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Find highlights about WPS activities and how its members advocate for patients and women in the medical profession.
Being part of the AMA and SPS brings the opportunity to influence policies within the organization.
In the news: Tech outage grinds health care to a halt, coaching decreases physician burnout, twice yearly shot prevents HIV, HHS restructures ONC and more.
Learn about the council that is responsible for developing simple, informative generic drug names, who they are, how they operate and the issues they face.
American Medical Association members lead the way in moving medicine and reforming health care. This series details how AMA members are leading in medical advocacy, medical education, patient care and practice innovation.
AMA member Jenny Boyer, MD, JD, PhD, began her health career as a clinical psychologist, but pursued medicine to better understand and treat medical and mental health conditions.
AMA member Arlene Phuong-Quynh Ho is pursuing medicine because of the empathy and passions shown by the palliative care physicians who cared for her grandmother.
Otolaryngologist and AMA member Shawn C. Jones, MD, has worked to limit the public health toll of tobacco and improve physician well-being.
AMA member and medical student Irraj Iftikhar hopes to make difficult days better for her patients, just as an emergency doctor did for her many years ago.
AMA member Katherine Gantz-Pannel, DO, is a powerful voice against stigma surrounding mental health, in her community and on social media.
AMA member Jordan Michael Lippincott grew up in a rural area and understands the challenges that are present when it comes to obtaining care.
AMA member L. Carlos Zapata, MD, witnessed his uncle wake up from a coma and saw the amazing work physicians did to save his life. Now he strives to do the same.
AMA member Andrew Louis DiMatteo was inspired to pursue a career in medicine by understanding the impact a great physician can have on patients’ lives.
AMA member Russell C. Libby, MD, finds that seeing children and their families thrive is the ultimate fulfillment and inspires in ways unique to the practice of medicine.