Patient Communication

Physician DiversitySep 14, 2020

AMA COVID-19 daily video update: Physician moms on challenges they face during the pandemic

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 focus on the challenges physician moms face, as a part of a series of special episodes about women in medicine throughout September.

Public HealthSep 11, 2020

5 things specialists can learn from each other to boost mask-wearing

Physicians from a variety of specialties offer insights on effectively counseling patients to #MaskUp and limit spread of SARS-CoV-2.

Doctor consulting patient, both wearing PPE.

Public HealthAug 28, 2020

Helping patients navigate their concerns about COVID-19 risk

With uncertainty comes concern. To help address patients’ worries and fears about the pandemic, physicians must listen with empathy.

Illustration of a physician talking to a patient

Medical School LifeAug 25, 2020

4 tips to enhance patient communication as a medical student

Communication skills are an emphasis throughout your medical training, but they take on a new meaning once you begin your clerkships.

OpioidsAug 6, 2020

How to use motivational interviewing to improve addiction care

Learn how physicians can complete continuing medical education on the AMA Ed Hub to remain current on evidence-based addiction medicine.

Public HealthAug 3, 2020

AMA COVID-19 daily video update: How to make your voice heard to encourage public use of masks

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by encouraging public use of masks.

Person in face mask preparing a classroom

Population CareJul 17, 2020

Back to school: What physicians can say to parents weighing the decision

Parents are wondering if they should send their children back to school in the fall. Here’s how physicians can aid them in that decision.

Young smiling patient pointing at a clown's nose

EthicsJul 14, 2020

What role does humor play in health care?

Some see the humorous side of medicine, but for others there is nothing funny about illness and injury. Learn how humor can be used in health care.

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AMA COVID-19 daily video update: Discussing physician well-being and expanding suicide awareness

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AMA: Insurers misused CPT codes to hide administrative costs

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Business of the November 2020 Special Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates

HOD speakers' info, reference committee service and reports for member input

Medical education leadership opportunities

About the Council on Long Range Planning & Development (CLRPD)

Organized Medical Staff Section (OMSS) involvement opportunities

APS November 2020 Meeting agenda & resources

Now’s the time to have a difficult talk about physician suicide

Words and actions that erode trust in the CDC hurt us all