Iowa CME Requirements

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James Byrne, MD
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Lighting a new path in cancer care with radiation therapy

James Byrne, MD, PhD, of University of Iowa Health Care, is doing highly innovative research to improve patient outcomes. The NIH is noticing.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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6 Min Read

AI tools help Iowa physicians boost patient connection and care

By integrating health care AI, University of Iowa Health Care is reducing physicians’ daily work load, while also empowering care teams.

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Digital
Health System Spotlight
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4 Min Read

Economic Impact Study

The Economic Impact Study, completed in conjunction with state medical societies, demonstrates how physicians contribute to the economic health of each state.

Research
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9 Min Read

Improving access to maternity care in Iowa’s health care deserts

57% of counties in Iowa don’t have an obstetric facility. That is why University of Iowa Health Care is focused on improving maternity care in the state.

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight
AMA in Action: Fixing prior authorization
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3 Min Read

Advocacy in action: Fixing prior authorization

Download PDFs of reports, model legislation or a state law chart. Prior authorization is a health plan cost-control process that delays patients’ access to care. Learn how the AMA is tackling prior authorization.

Prior Authorization
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What it's really like in orthopaedic surgery—from 3 physicians who know

Shadowing one orthopaedic surgeon is the best way to learn about life in the specialty. Exploring these insights from three of them is the next best thing.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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6 Min Read

When will physicians feel safe seeking mental health care?

Great progress is being made to remove intrusive licensing and credentialing questions to boost well-being. Here’s what else must be done.

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Physician Health
Fighting for Physicians
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12 Min Read

New bird flu outbreak in California, HMPV and COVID: Why is everyone sick in 2025? [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about bird flu, HMPV and COVID-19.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Jan. 29, 2025: New bird flu outbreak in California, HMPV and COVID: Why is everyone sick in 2025?
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New bird flu outbreak in California, HMPV and COVID: Why is everyone sick in 2025?

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about bird flu, HMPV and COVID-19.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update