Patient checking in at a physician's office with patients and office staff wearing masks
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3 Min Read

Doctors’ offices should be exempt from one-size-fits-all OSHA rule

New federal standards may be appropriate for hospitals, but create burdensome and duplicative requirements for physician offices and ambulatory clinics.

Federal Advocacy
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4 Min Read

This project creates “sisterhood of support” for women physicians

Pay inequities, work-life imbalances persist for women doctors, contributing to burnout. Learn about a collaborative approach on well-being and leadership.

Health Equity
Illustration of a physician standing up and administering a vaccine to a patient sitting in a chair; both of them wearing masks
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4 Min Read

What to know about coadministration of flu and COVID-19 vaccines

As the influenza season begins, there may be a need to administer two or more vaccines at the same clinic visit. Here is what doctors need to know.

Infectious Diseases
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5 Min Read

No COVID-19 vaccination, no care? Why that’s the wrong path

Physicians generally are obligated to care for patients, no matter their vaccination status. Learn about guidance from the AMA Code of Medical Ethics.

Ethics
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13 Min Read

Fred Cerise, MD, MPH, on how to bridge health care trust gap

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with Fred Cerise, MD, MPH, on the importance of building trust in health care during COVID and beyond. 

series
Prevention & Wellness
Moving Medicine Video Update
Exterior of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration building
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4 Min Read

What the FDA wants doctors to tell patients asking for ivermectin

The FDA’s John Farley, MD, MPH, sets the record straight on ivermectin’s dangers and how physicians can respond to patient queries.

Infectious Diseases
Woman on a pad having a video (tele) conference call with a physician
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4 Min Read

Telehealth bill would require ERISA plans to cover virtual care

Bipartisan House bill would let more patients and physicians enjoy telehealth flexibilities now—and beyond the pandemic.

Digital
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5 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 13, 2021

In the news: COVID-19 vaccines effective, no credible data on booster shots, administration to distribute monoclonal antibodies, obesity rates are rising.

Publications & Newsletters
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3 Min Read

HHS allocates $25.5 billion to cover financial losses from COVID-19

Applications are now being accepted, through Oct. 26, to help physician practices affected between July 2020 and April 2021. Learn more with the AMA.

Federal Advocacy