A cardiac stress test is a key tool cardiologists use to detect heart disease early, assess symptoms and guide next steps for better long-term heart health.
No equipment. No gym. Just a wall. Wall sits are known for building lower-body endurance, but they also give your cardiovascular system a unique workout.
During rapid organizational change, the Philadelphia-based health system used AMA Joy in Medicine tools to support physicians and build trust.
Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group is helping physicians find more joy in medicine by reducing friction and strengthening support.
Listening to program coordinators, UNC created a professional development initiative to boost confidence, improve performance and support retention.
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.
You don’t have to state a geographic preference in your MyERAS application. Learn what data shows about how—and whether—medical students should do so.
From researching programs to creating the perfect application packet. These questions ensure you cover your bases before hitting the “submit” button.
For AMA member Jordan Doerr, MD, who does home-based primary care, the key elements of his dream job are its location, community and culture.
Resident physicians can boost patient safety by mastering the I-PASS handoff, which research has linked to fewer adverse events.
Stay informed with top advocacy news and essential updates on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the healthcare environment in July 2026.
CMS proposed rule would impose new restrictions on payment mechanisms used by state Medicaid programs, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Access key resources and PDFs related to the AMA's self-paced Business of Medicine course.
Join KeyBank for an informative webinar on the essentials of borrowing for higher education.
Find dates, times, CME opportunities, and download PDFs detailing CME credit for education sessions offered during the 2026 Interim Meeting.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
The council investigates general ethical conditions and all matters pertaining to the relations of physicians to one another or to the public, and make recommendations to the House of Delegates or the constituent associations through the issuance of reports.
Download PDFs of reports organized by year for the Council on Ethical & Judicial Affairs (CEJA) presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
The Medical Student Section (MSS) provides policy making resources for its members, including guidance on how to submit resolutions.
WPS resolutions serve as an opportunity to address topics of importance to women in medicine and female patients.
In the news: Who's eligible for statins under new guidelines, FDA confirms thousands of cyclosporiasis cases, measles cases hit 35-year high and more.
Learn about the AMA's awards and scholarships for physicians, medical students and residents and download the application PDF.
Learn about the key things medical practices need to know about payment and how to improve managing the claims revenue cycle.
Medicare Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) performance will shape 2024 pay. Check yours now for errors and request a review by Oct. 9.
Experts share real-world experiences implementing BHI and how physician practices and health systems can make it financially viable for their patients. Access the recording and transcript.
Learn about the reduced penalties and potential for greater bonus payments for practices under Medicare’s Merit-based Incentive Payment System.
Research finds lack of clear and consistent coverage policies among private health insurers.
United Healthcare and Cigna appear to move in the right direction. Learn how the AMA is working on all fronts to right size prior authorization.
Proposed 3.36% cut in 2024 threatens care access for over 50 million Americans. Learn how the AMA leads the charge for Medicare payment reform.
In a comment letter to CMS, the AMA today warned that proposed Medicare cuts threaten patient access to quality health care.
Physicians have until Oct. 9 to contest 2022 MIPS scores and payment adjustments and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
Physicians with a 90% prior authorization approval rate in Medicare Advantage would be spared the care-delaying rigmarole. Learn more with the AMA.
