National Advocacy Conference

The AMA National Advocacy Conference (NAC) brings the power of organized medicine to our nation’s capital. Attend the annual conference to advocate on crucial health care issues affecting physicians and patients.

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Jan. 7, 2022: Advocacy Update spotlight on federal advocacy agenda for 2022

The AMA outlines its federal advocacy agenda for 2022. Learn more in this Advocacy Update spotlight.

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Grassroots advocacy

Stay up to date on legislative issues impacting medicine. Also, see the AMA's efforts to clear roadblocks to improve the nation's health and empower physicians.

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Here’s how physicians can access federal financial relief programs

Federal financial relief programs for physicians continue to evolve. Stay updated with the AMA on how to get help.

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How Capitol Hill can meet nation’s steep health care challenges

Expanding insurance coverage and improving maternal health are among the goals the AMA has its eyes set on in Congress.

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7 tips for physicians looking to connect with lawmakers

Learn with the AMA about the keys physicians should know to form positive, productive relationships with legislators.

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What’s on the physician advocacy action list for 2021

Physician advocates have taken an all-hands-on-deck approach to COVID-19, but health inequity, administrative burdens need attention too.

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Todd Askew recaps takeaways from National Advocacy Conference

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 with a recap on takeaways from National Advocacy Conference.

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5 big issues for physicians on Capitol Hill in 2021

This year physicians’ visits are virtual, but advocacy in areas such as health coverage and telehealth hit very close to home.

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Jan. 29, 2021: Advocacy Update spotlight on a sneak peek at the AMA National Advocacy Conference

Sneak peek at the AMA National Advocacy Conference in this week's Advocacy Update spotlight.

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