Topic in Focus: Cultural Humility in Health Care

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GME program tells local history to boost today’s patient outcomes

An innovative orientation explores local history to enable incoming resident physicians to connect with patients and understand community needs.

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Telehealth and Aging Education

Explore education from the West Health Institute on adapting telehealth services to the unique needs of older patients.

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AMA Update for July 14, 2025: Innovative residency orientation program teaches local history to improve culturally competent care
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Innovative residency orientation program teaches local history to improve culturally competent care

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the top challenges that pediatricians are facing today. Learn more about University of Mississippi Medical Center's orientation program for new residents.

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Innovative residency orientation program teaches local history to improve culturally competent care [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the top challenges that pediatricians are facing today. Learn more about University of Mississippi Medical Center's orientation program for new residents.

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AMA Update for July 22, 2024: Culturally competent care benefits: Reducing health disparities and patient-centered care examples
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Culturally competent care benefits: Reducing health disparities and patient-centered care examples

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about culturally competent and patient-centered care.

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Equity in Medical Health Care CME

Health care in America is beset by wide disparities and inequities. Learn how to promote and enhance equity in all health care fields while earning CME credits at your own pace.

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AMA adopts new policies during first day of voting at Special Meeting

New positions address rural health disparities, MENA demographic group, virginity testing.

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Try these 7 equity-focused language options to engage patients

Learn how the words doctors use—and the narratives behind them—can have life-altering consequences for the patients and communities they serve.

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Correct count matters for Asian American, Pacific Islander health

Grouping Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders together can hide their particular health challenges. Learn more with the AMA.

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Explore peer-reviewed research from MAL

Find trusted education to help inform clinical decision-making from Mary Ann Liebert on AMA Ed Hub™.

 

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Empowering Black communities to boost COVID-19 vaccination

Medical student LaShyra “Lash” Nolen, an AMA member, leads a project to deliver culturally sensitive, accurate information in marginalized communities.

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7 terms doctors should know about social determinants of health

Learn how physicians and others can speak the same language when talking about—and addressing—how factors outside the clinical walls affect patients’ health.

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Terms Every Doctor Should Know