Money allocated by Congress is not getting to where it’s needed to cool a COVID-19 hot spot and provide testing for American Indian/Alaska Native people.
The pandemic is exacerbating the ongoing opioid epidemic. The AMA is calling on states to take specific steps to save lives, reduce harm and get patients treatment they need.
Whether caring for patients using self-monitored blood pressure (SMBP) for the first time or testing for COVID-19, find out how to code with updated AMA guidance.
Physicians are seeing lower practice revenue due to the pandemic. Find out whether refinancing a mortgage makes sense as a way to boost personal cash flow.
Effectively mining health data is critical to the pandemic fight. A webpage dedicated to this crucial medical education topic is part of an AMA-curated collection of remote teaching assets.
Physicians on the front lines have to balance efficiency with innovation. An AMA resource provides expert insights on how to gain this crucial skill.
Get answers to questions asked on how the AMA is advocating for resident and fellow physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The AMA's national tribute to the medical school class of 2020 honors the 30,000 medical students who graduated this spring.
Should vagaries of hospital ownership have bearing on physicians’ ability to speak confidentially with attorneys? Washington’s highest court considers the issue.
The codes ensure uniform language for medical services and procedures, physicians tell a federal court in a brief, and other uses erode patient trust.
You know all about JAMA, of course. Now check out these other great AMA member benefits designed to help physicians on their professional and personal journeys.
From career planning to loan refinancing, the AMA offers benefits that can help you flourish personally and professionally.
Read and download reports for the Special Meeting of the House of Delegates (HOD) being held June 7, 2020.
Review the campaign rules and procedures for the 2020 House of Delegates (HOD) elections.
See how the Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD) studies long-term strategic issues related to AMA’s vision, goals and priorities.
The Council on Long Range Planning and Development (CLRPD) works on projects based on actions of the AMA House of Delegates or Board of Trustees.
Some of the current projects of the CLRPD include:
Review open positions in the Organized Medical Staff Sectios (OMSS) governing council and download an application.
The Medical Student Section will hold a limited virtual annual meeting June 6 to conduct elections and provide select COVID-19 related educational programming.
In the news: COVID-19 testing, CDC plans nationwide study, CDC says coronavirus does not spread easily from surfaces, one-third of COVID-19 patients asymptomatic.
Graduating from medical school in the midst of a global pandemic spurs mixed emotions, including a sense of loss as in-person ceremonies are canceled and loved ones are unable to witness the accomplishment firsthand.
If you're doing your medical residency during the COVID-19 pandemic, you're not alone. The AMA is here to help with the unique career-related and ethical challenges of medical residency during COVID-19.
Residency
Residency May 22, 2020
Medical students transitioning to residency in a time of widespread closures are having to go to extraordinary lengths in some circumstances.
Transition to Practice May 19, 2020
Months ago, first-time entrants into the physician job market had abundant opportunity. Then the pandemic decreased patient volume and demand.
Resident & Student Finance May 14, 2020
The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by advocating for student loan forgiveness for physicians and other health care workers.
Medical School Life May 12, 2020
The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by providing resources for student and resident education during the pandemic.
Press Releases May 4, 2020
The AMA is working to fill gaps by offering free access to content, tools and resources that will ensure a well-trained physician workforce of the future.
Residency Apr 23, 2020
A reorganization of general surgery residents at the University of Washington aims to prevent the spread of COVID-19 among that group.
Resident & Student Health Apr 23, 2020
The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by providing resources to residents and more.
