Topic in Focus: Health Care Equity

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President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, inauguration address, June 2021 Special Meeting

AMA President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, addresses the House of Delegates at the June 2021 Special Meeting. Access the transcript of the speech or recording.

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Gerald Harmon, MD, on his priorities as incoming AMA president

AMA's Moving Medicine video series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with incoming AMA President Gerald Harmon, MD.

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AMA calls for action to help telehealth flourish post-pandemic

Delegates outline how to address health inequities and lingering issues with state licensure, regulation and payment for this pivotal mode of care.

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New AMA policy opposes “excited delirium” diagnosis

New policy addresses reports that show use of “excited delirium," pharmacological interventions such as ketamine as justification for excessive police force

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Susan R. Bailey, MD
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AMA president: Salute medicine’s heroes, prepare for hard work ahead

Physicians showed their mettle during pandemic. It’s up to all in medicine to carry the momentum forward, says outgoing AMA president Susan R. Bailey, MD.
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Susan Bailey, M.D., reflects on AMA leadership, pandemic presidency

AMA President Susan R. Bailey, MD, today delivered the final speech of her presidency to the AMA House of Delegates.

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James L. Madara, MD
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Dr. Madara: AMA’s trusted voice marshaled to advance health equity

Americans turn to AMA for guidance amid the pandemic, says CEO James L. Madara, MD. Now the AMA is pushing upstream to tackle inequities.
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AMA CEO highlights bold initiatives, 10 years of membership growth

2020 marked greatest year-over-year membership jump in 70 years.

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Why inequity should be treated as an unwanted variation in care

The tools used to improve health care quality and safety can help reveal the sources of inequities and drive changes. Learn more with the AMA.

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