Membership brings great benefits

AMA membership offers unique access to savings and resources tailored to enrich the personal and professional lives of physicians, residents and medical students.

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Cybersecurity must be an essential element of every physician practice

Effective cybersecurity preparedness and resiliency requires a team effort to build a shared culture of security awareness.

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Government Relations Advocacy Fellow duties & criteria

Review the duties and criteria for the AMA Government Relations Advocacy Fellow.

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Combating drug shortages requires multifaceted approach

Resolving persistent drug shortages plaguing U.S. health care requires diversified manufacturing and more resilient supply chains.

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Federation representation in the MSS

Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member Federation representation in the MSS and how to apply.

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Medicare physician payment reform has never been more urgent

CMS’ latest round of proposed Medicare payment cuts underscores why physicians demand reform. Stopgap measures and quick fixes won’t work.

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Why we must keep the doors open for physician-owned practices

Ensuring the sustainability of private practice—where millions get care—is an AMA priority, and starts with reforming the Medicare payment system

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Reaffirming our commitment to health equity

Among the important lessons learned from the AMA’s first strategic plan on health equity is that we can mobilize and take action against a seemingly insurmountable challenge.

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The AMA’s 2024—2025 strategic plan to advance health equity

Read about the AMA's 2024-2025 health equity strategic plan which reaffirms its commitment to equity, building upon the foundation laid by its 2021-2023 plan.

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The AMA’s 2021—2023 strategic plan to embed racial justice and advance health equity

Read about the AMA's 2021-2023 strategic plan to embed racial justice and advance health equity both within the AMA organization, and in the medical profession.

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