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President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, address at the November 2021 Special Meeting of the HOD

In an address to the AMA House of Delegates at the November 2021 AMA Special Meeting, Dr. Harmon discusses why organized medicine matters.

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James L. Madara, MD, address at the November 2021 Special Meeting of the HOD

In an address to the AMA House of Delegates at the November 2021 AMA Special Meeting, Dr. Madara discusses the power of trust in a crisis, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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AMA CEO James L. Madara, MD, speech at the November 2021 Special Meeting of the HOD
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Patients still trust doctors. Learn why doctors count on the AMA.

The AMA benefits the public by being the physicians’ powerful ally in patient care, AMA CEO James Madara, MD, told delegates. Find out how.
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6 ways doctors can use their voices to help science get heard

On TV and social media, in churches and in the community, physicians must help tell the truth on COVID-19 vaccination, the pandemic and more. Learn how.

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Seize the opportunity to vaccinate younger kids against COVID-19

The decision to authorize a reduced-dosage COVID-19 vaccine for children 5–11 years old will help our nation bring this pandemic to an end.

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Our words matter. It’s time to get them right.

A shift in thinking about language and dominant narratives can help us advance health equity and center care on the experiences of people and communities.

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Unconstitutional attack on reproductive health must not stand

Mississippi’s attempt to limit reproductive health care infringes on the patient-physician relationship and impermissibly violates medical ethics

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Medical Student Outreach Program (MSOP): MSS tool kit

Download quick start guides, presentation templates and more, for the Medical Student Outreach Program on MSS leadership, advocacy and policy resolution. 

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Defeating misinformation is key in ending the pandemic

Americans deserve clear and truthful messaging about the importance of vaccines, vaccine science, and the crucial role they play in protecting public health.

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