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Proposed rule could advance health equity for disabled patients

HHS proposal to combat discrimination against people with disabilities is a step in the right direction. Learn how the AMA has weighed in.

Population Care
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Time for new ideas to address rising drug shortages

Drug shortages are at highest levels since 2014. Learn about AMA policy to address the shortages that negatively affect patient care across the U.S.

Public Health
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Extending telehealth parity will advance patient care

Payers should extend coverage parity and fair and equitable pay policies across the full range of clinical services—no matter how they are delivered.

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Digital
Leadership Viewpoints
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AMA’s Center for Health Equity mission and guiding principles

Learn about the AMA’s Center for Health Equity mission and guiding principles for embedding health equity within the association and the medical profession. Download PDFs of their work.

AMA Center for Health Equity
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Medical student diversity sees uptick—for now

New AAMC enrollment data tells the tale, but sustaining the momentum will be hard in light of the Supreme Court’s affirmative-action ruling. Learn more.

Medical School Diversity
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How medical student advocacy in 2023 will reshape medicine’s future

New AMA policies will shift the course of physician training on matters such as compassionate leave. Learn how AMA member medical students led the way.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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Why U.S. health care must take steps to cut carbon emissions

The U.S. health system is responsible for 8.5% of the carbon emissions in the country. Learn about a collaborative effort working to change that.

Public Health
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Resident physicians: Is your social media habit a healthy one?

Like it or not, social media posts can provide insight into physician well-being. A doctor who has studied the topic among resident physicians offers tips.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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What's the difference between physician assistants and physicians?

Dozens of states have moved to expand scope of practice for physician assistants (PAs). Learn with the AMA about what sets PAs and physicians apart.

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Scope of Practice
AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians