The AMA is encouraging patients to ask their physicians about vaccination, which is one of the most effective ways to protect your family’s health.
Wilson disease is a rare, inherited disorder that commonly damages the liver and brain. Two Ochsner Health physicians share more about Wilson disease.
This boot camp focuses on time-saving tools and strategies to reform organizations and enhance professional satisfaction and well-being.
At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, AI helps close care gaps, streamline notes and reduce pajama time, supporting stronger patient-physician connection.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
The AMA backs bipartisan legislation to reissue 40,000 unused immigrant visas for physicians and nurses.
Get tips to distinguish yourself and detail your unique skills and experiences during residency interviews.
After their first time presenting a research poster, three medical students offered advice on what they learned from the process.
When weighing physician fellowship options, your time as a resident may reveal new interests and clarify which subspecialty aligns with your passions.
Data from a physician recruiter organization shows licensing issues and other delays could push your start date back by months.
Collaborating and networking to advocate for patients and the medical profession.
AMA to MedPAC: Physician pay should be linked to inflation and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
ChangeMedEd® is a national bi-annual conference that brings together innovative leaders across the medical education continuum to reimagine the way future physicians are trained. Learn more.
The 2026 American Medical Association Medical Student Advocacy Conference (MAC) will be held March 5-6, 2026. Registration is now open.
The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
Find out about the election bylaws and policies for being elected to the AMA House of Delegates.
Download the PDF to read the rules and regulations that guide the AMA to uphold its mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
The AMA Integrated Physician Practice Section (IPPS) gives voice to physicians in practice settings who advance physician-led integrated care and enables these physicians to participate in the AMA policymaking process.
Learn how the Integrated Physician Practice Section (IPPS) advocates and shapes AMA policies that support physicians in integrated practices.
In the news: Similar genetics may drive multiple psychiatric conditions, FDA approves oral semaglutide pill, COVID-19 may have link to chronic conditions and more.
In the news: U.S. measles elimination status at risk, CDC adopts major shift in hepatitis B vaccine policy, DTaP vaccination rates fall across U.S. and more.
Tests like the MCAT are major milestones on your path toward a medical career. The AMA is your source for guidance on passing these crucial tests.
The USMLE Step 1 exam is a major milestone for medical students. The AMA offers answers to several key medical student questions about the test.
The USMLE Step 1 is unlike any standardized exam you’ve taken before. Learn with the AMA about the study methods shown to work best.
Medical students’ objections to shortening some administrations of the USMLE resulted in a course reversal by the bodies overseeing the exams.
Survey shows medical student research is important in residency selection. What makes a project truly stand out to a residency program director?
When and how should you study for your licensing exam during intern year? Veterans of residency and the exam offer insight.
Medical students who join the AMA enjoy exclusive member benefits and perks to help them personally and professionally on their road to residency. Find out more.
Are you a medical student or resident but not sure how AMBOSS can help you in your studies? Learn more from the AMA.
Licensing exams place big burdens on resident physicians. AMA calls for changes to Step 3 and COMLEX Level 3 to help save residents time and money.
Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 17-year-old female patient is brought to the ED with lower abdominal tenderness. Determine the next step in management.
