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Nancy L. Mueller, MD
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How ableism takes a toll on patients and physicians

The AMA is working to address the barriers that exclude people with disabilities from practicing medicine and accessing care.

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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 Health
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Millions of Medicare patients kept telehealth habit post-vaccines

About one-third of those on Medicare because of a disability accessed care through telehealth. Learn how the AMA is supporting telehealth.

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Maurice G. Sholas, MD, PhD
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8 Min Read

Q&A: Kids with disabilities mark big milestones with this doctor

Learn how AMA member Maurice G. Sholas, MD, PhD, looks at the whole child patient in the context of family, community, hopes and dreams.

Population Health
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3 keys for treating patients with intellectual disabilities

Patients with intellectual or developmental disabilities face a fragmented system of care. Here are some essential tips for medical students and doctors.

Population Health
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How the pandemic makes life harder for people with disabilities

Learn more from the AMA about the challenges patients with disabilities—especially schoolchildren—are facing every day during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Population Health
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5 steps to help keep your patients with disabilities healthy

Adults with disabilities are three times more likely to have chronic diseases such as diabetes or heart disease than adults without disabilities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Follow five steps to ensure your patients with disabilities stay healthy and lessen their chances to develop chronic diseases.

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