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7 essentials to getting mHealth data into flow of patient care

Learn what mHealth developers should do so that physicians and their patients can use glitch-free apps and share information in a meaningful way.

Digital
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5 big issues for physicians on Capitol Hill in 2021

This year physicians’ visits are virtual, but advocacy in areas such as health coverage and telehealth hit very close to home.

Federal Advocacy
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5 keys for safely sharing ethics consultation notes in the EHR

Learn with the AMA how to develop best practices to minimize harms to vulnerable patients and guide decisions about which notes to include.

Digital
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Why 41% of patients have skipped care during COVID-19 pandemic

Reaching out to patients who missed care can help mitigate long-term impacts. Insurance coverage, telehealth access also are key.

Infectious Diseases
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Can 10 months of data show how to optimize use of telehealth?

The COVID-19 pandemic facilitated an explosion of telehealth adoption. Data from this period of time must be studied to optimize use of the technology.

Digital
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What it’s like to specialize in endocrinology: Shadowing Dr. Correa

For AMA member Ricardo Correa, MD, helping underrepresented minorities feel good and providing them the best care is a rewarding part of endocrinology.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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18 Min Read

COVID-19: Advocacy Progress Report

View the AMA's progress report on the advocacy actions taken to help affect change during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA COVID-19 Guides
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How the telehealth boom is changing physician training

Prior to the pandemic, telehealth training was limited. Now, with more interactions taking place virtually, addressing it in medical education is vital.

ChangeMedEd Initiative
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Tech to give doctors secure links to social care patients need

An AMA subsidiary is collaborating on a solution to help physicians securely message, connect with those outside their organization. Find out more.

Digital