Sunburns cause lasting skin damage. Learn the difference from sun poisoning, how to prevent burns and treat symptoms safely, and when to seek medical care.
Veterinarian Courtney A. Campbell, DVM, DACVS-SA, explains why owning a pet can support your cardiovascular health and improve your overall well-being.
The Joy in Medicine® Health System Recognition Program empowers health systems to reduce burnout. Learn about the program, access the guidelines PDF and find out how to apply.
Find out how CPT codes can inform clinical adoption of AI-enabled services.
Register for upcoming ChangeMedEd webinars, watch webinars on-demand and listen to episodes from the Catalyzing Change in MedEd podcast series.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Avoid unnecessary stress. Follow this monthly checklist to ensure you hit your key milestones and get the interviews you want.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the AMA student representative position that works with the NRMP Board.
Going for a chief resident spot requires taking a fresh look at yourself and your program. Find out the facts of life as chief resident and how to thrive in the position.
More than 200,000 licenses have been issued through this cross-state licensure initiative. Here’s what residents and other physicians should know.
Learn about the current state of competition in health insurance markets across the U.S. and review in-depth analysis on market concentration.
Get real answers from the AMA to common myths about standing or protocol orders for common tests and procedures.
Join Resolve for an AMA-exclusive webinar to learn how to review and negotiate your contract with confidence.
Join Resolve for an AMA-exclusive webinar exploring the latest physician compensation and employment trends shaping the 2026 market.
See a list of groups and organizations that are entitled to a seat(s) in the AMA House of Delegates.
The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
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.
Being part of the AMA and SPS brings the opportunity to influence policies within the organization.
Learn more about the meetings and events held by the Senior Physicians Section (SPS) for SPS members.
In the news: FDA considers compounded peptides, adults turn to social media for health advice, U.S. heightens Ebola response and more.
Physicians helped give birth to this country. We can honor that heritage by working together to meet this critical moment in American healthcare.
Ebola is a viral disease that causes a hemorrhagic fever. Find the latest Ebola news and resources on how to protect health care professionals and the public with recent articles from the AMA.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released tightened guidance on use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for U.S. health care workers to ensure they are better prepared to treat Ebola patients.
The JAMA Viewpoint covers management of the Dallas Ebola cases, health system preparedness, isolation and quarantine, public health emergencies, international travel screening, and risk reduction.
As a physician and frequent international traveler, the recent Ebola developments have been on my mind. Despite the increasing attention from the media, we as physicians know that this is not a time to panic but a time to prepare.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Sept. 30 confirmed the first U.S. case of Ebola, and developments associated with the virus continue to unfold. Prepare your practice and your patients with resources developed by Ebola experts and assembled by the AMA in one convenient location.
Physicians and hospitals should be prepared to care for Ebola patients, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director Tom Frieden, MD, said. His comments came after a Dallas nurse who had cared for the first Ebola patient in the United States was diagnosed with the virus.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed Tuesday that the first case of Ebola has appeared in the United States.
In response to the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is educating physicians and health care workers in the United States on how to diagnose the disease and advise travelers on protecting their health.
