Louito Edje, MD
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7 Min Read

Q&A: Why this Black doctor volunteered for coronavirus vaccine trial

When it comes to urging her Black patients to volunteer for SARS-CoV-2 vaccine trials, AMA member Louito Edje, MD, is putting her money where her mouth is.

Infectious Diseases
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3 Min Read

Physician collaboration to accelerate behavioral health integration

AMA and specialty societies join forces to support physician working to integrate mental health care into overall health care.

Press Releases
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7 Min Read

How Henry Ford shows the way on tackling patients’ social needs

The Henry Ford Health System has found innovative ways to address the social determinants that drive Detroiters’ poor health outcomes.

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Health Equity
Health System Spotlight
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4 Min Read

Will mom get sick? Life as a physician mother during the pandemic

Parents across the country are dealing with the challenges of balancing work and home life. Three physician mothers share their stories.

Health Equity
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5 Min Read

How to confront the challenges of an unprecedented Match cycle

For medical students and residency programs, the residency-selection process is further complicated by the pandemic. Learn about adjusting to this new normal.

Prep for Residency
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12 Min Read

VoteHealth2020 and vital role of physicians in voting advocacy

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the importance of voting.

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Health Equity
AMA Update
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3 Min Read

Chicago connects with community leaders to fight health inequities

The Windy City’s public health officials have partnered with community leaders to target long-lasting outcome gaps that the pandemic has exacerbated.

Health Equity
Person receiving a vaccine.
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5 Min Read

How the FDA plans to build physician trust for COVID-19 vaccine

A top FDA scientist answers doctors’ questions and details how the agency's SARS-CoV-2 vaccine-review process is driven by transparency and evidence.

Infectious Diseases
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3 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 5, 2020

In the news: Coronavirus can be spread through airborne transmission and more.

Publications & Newsletters