GCEP Resident
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Licensing and board certification: What residents need to know

Obtaining a medical license and earning board certification are key achievements for young physicians. What do those processes entail?

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Transitioning to Practice
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May 3, 2019: State Advocacy Update

Four states join Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Indian advance practice registered nurses bill and more in AMA state advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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Medical boards must avoid contributing to mental health stigma

Licensure application questions on mental health treatment history can discourage physicians from seeking needed treatment. The AMA asks boards to change their practices.

Transition from Resident to Attending
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Feb. 9, 2018: State Advocacy Update

"Share Your Story" initiative on ending opioid epidemic and more in AMA's latest state advocacy news.

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Sept. 21, 2017: State Advocacy Update

Illinois the 9th Compact state to serve as state of principal licensure in the latest state and local AMA efforts to advocate for health care.

Advocacy Update
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April 20, 2017: State Advocacy Update

Kentucky's medical review panel legislation, opioids on the decline and more in AMA's state and local advocacy efforts.

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Jan. 26, 2017: State Advocacy Update

Four states introduce legislation for Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, Louisiana and Utah sign standing orders for naloxone and more in AMA's latest state and local advocacy efforts.

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Couple has virtual visit from doctor in their home.
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Where telemedicine has been, where it’s headed

Experts explain the early successes of telemedicine and the work that must be done to encourage its expanded use in clinical practice.

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Licensure information for international medical graduates

Find information and resources for international medical graduates to obtain a state license to practice medicine in the U.S.

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