Illinois CME Requirements

Learn about the Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and earn over 100 of your continuing medical education (CME) credits online with the AMA Ed Hub.

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Tripti C. Kataria, MD

Tripti C. Kataria, MD, MPH

Tripti C. Kataria, MD, MPH, MBA, an anesthesiologist from Illinois, was elected to the American Medical Association Board of Trustees in June 2026.

Board of Trustees
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Physician pay is up, but with more strings attached

Physician pay increasingly hinges on bonuses and RVU targets, shows data from contract review and negotiation firm Resolve.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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“Tiny hip replacement” for the thumb helps restore function

Patients with thumb arthritis may regain pain-free movement sooner with a tiny joint implant, but careful selection and surgeon training matter.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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6 mistakes to avoid when starting your private practice

Don’t be discouraged when practice startup problems arise—be prepared. Master some fundamental skills that will ensure success down the line.

Private Practices
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Senior Physicians Section (SPS) meetings & events

Learn more about the meetings and events held by the Senior Physicians Section (SPS) for SPS members.

Senior Physicians
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Start med school strong by putting academics first—and playing D&D?

Rising second-year medical students offer advice on how to hit the ground running. Often, success includes protected time for a relaxing hobby.

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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ChangeMedEd®: Groundwork teams, Innovation Grants and sites

In support of our work to catalyze innovation in medical education, the AMA's efforts and focus have entered an important new phase. Learn more. 

ChangeMedEd Initiative
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What doctors want patients to know about the impact of caffeine

Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much may affect sleep, mood and heart health. Four physicians share what to keep in mind. 

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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Entrepreneurship fundamentals from a physician financier

Thousands of physician practices thrive with help from Panacea Financial, whose co-founder says knowing your “why” is vital to entrepreneurial success. 

Career Development