You might be making one of the most common sunscreen mistakes without even realizing it. Dermatologist Micah Brown, MD, shares the most common sunscreen errors.
Does red light therapy really work for wrinkles, hair growth and to boost skin health? The latest "Health vs. Hype" episode explores the facts.
Find out why transitional jobs are common in medicine, and how sometimes a physician’s career grows best through change.
Applying for recognition from the AMA Joy in Medicine Program can help health systems assess their physician well-being work, align leaders and build momentum for what comes next.
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.
Download a PDF of the MSOP Program Guide—as an Outreach Leader, the AMA provides all marketing materials, training, resources and event funding you need.
Learn more with the AMA about the missteps that could prevent you from landing an interview at your dream residency program.
When you’re choosing your first post-training physician job, your satisfaction may be driven by your family’s happiness almost as much as your own.
AMA member Nariman Heshmati, MD, says interviewing can make it clear which job is the right one—if you know what you want and how to ask for it.
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.
New AMA initiative launched to improve electronic prior authorization, 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.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
Review the list of candidates to serve as AMA officers, on the Board of Trustees and councils.
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.
Learn how the Integrated Physician Practice Section (IPPS) advocates and shapes AMA policies that support physicians in integrated practices.
Learn more about the meetings and events held by the Medical Student Section (MSS) for MSS members.
Learn about the AMA's awards and scholarships for physicians, medical students and residents and download the application PDF.
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MSS Governing Positions direct the programming and activities of the Medical Student Section. Learn more about this at the AMA.
Donald S. Bourne, PhD, MPH, is a member of the Medical Student Section (MSS) of the AMA.
Mallory Britz is a member of the Medical Student Section (MSS) Councilors and Representatives at the AMA.
Natasha L. Topolski is a member of the Medical Student Section Councilors and Representatives at the American Medical Association.
Kaylee Scarnati is immediate past chair of the Medical Student Section (MSS) Governing Council for the 2026-2027 term.
Review the duties and criteria for the AMA Government Relations Advocacy Fellow.
View the members responsible for directing the programs and activities of the Medical Student Section (MSS).
View a list of current MSS leaders including our student councilors who provide the student perspective on topics discussed by the AMA councils.
