One wrong step can lead to a twisted ankle. Aly M. Fayed, MD, of University of Iowa Health Care, shares more about these common ankle injuries.
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.
Learn about supportive open-access resources and programs for federally qualified health centers and community health centers from AMA STEPS Forward®.
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.
First, take a moment to record your immediate reactions. Program directors and recent applicants give advice on the steps that should follow.
Get tips to distinguish yourself and detail your unique skills and experiences during residency interviews.
Before transitioning to practice, residents should learn the ins and outs on the stopgap medical liability coverage called “tail insurance.”
In his private practice medical group, Dr. Aizuss can control his schedule, consult with talented colleagues and count on work-life balance.
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.
Find information on becoming a candidate for an open leadership opportunity with the IMGS.
Learn more about the meetings and events held by the Resident & Fellow Section (RFS) for resident and fellow members.
In the news: Research finds evidence of four distinct autism types, 75% of U.S. adults may meet new criteria for obesity, financial strain ages the heart and more.
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.
Medical ethics provide physicians a moral framework for the practice of clinical medicine. Here's how the AMA is promoting awareness of, and adherence to, medical ethics.
Physicians have a corresponding obligation to protect patient information, including information obtained postmortem.
Physicians who are involved in international research may need to address special concerns.
Physicians have an ethical obligation to preserve the confidentiality of information gathered in association with the care of the patient.
Physicians who speak on health-related matters on behalf of organizations should be aware of to institutional guidelines for communicating with media.
It can be appropriate, in certain situations and with special safeguards, to provide experimental treatment without a participant’s informed consent.
No matter what medium is used, patient care recording poses challenges for protecting patient autonomy, privacy, and confidentiality.
Used appropriately, a placebo control can provide valuable data, particularly when there is no accepted therapy for the condition under study.
With respect to genetic research, patenting raises unique ethical questions.
Audio or visual recording of patients can be a valuable tool, but physicians must balance educational goals with patient privacy and confidentiality.
