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Public Health

Mar 14, 2023 ·

AMA to court: Don’t overturn FDA approval of mifepristone

Federal lawsuit over drug used in medication abortion is driven by ideology, not science. A hearing in the case is being held Wednesday.

Patient Support & Advocacy

Annie's Place: First-of-its-kind free childcare for patients

In this episode of the AMA STEPS Forward® podcast, learn about Annie’s Place, a center at Parkland Hospital that provides free and safe childcare for children of patients.

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Patient Support & Advocacy

Nov 17, 2022 ·

When pandemic hit, Geisinger excelled with patient safety focus

With the right partnership, Geisinger Health System cut hospital-acquired incidents even as COVID-19 took hold. Learn more.

Health Equity

Prioritizing Equity video series: Advancing Equity Through Quality & Safety Peer Network

Participants from the Peer Network for Advancing Equity through Quality and Safety program share their strategies for operationalizing equity into their quality and safety operations.

What doctors wish patients knew about scope of practice

Scope of Practice

Oct 28, 2022 ·

What doctors wish patients knew about scope of practice with Scott Ferguson, MD

AMA member Scott Ferguson, MD, shares valuable information and insights about why scope of practice matters to patients.

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Scope of Practice

Aug 19, 2022 ·

What doctors wish patients knew about scope of practice

Every health professional plays an essential role on the care team, but doctors must lead it. Learn why scope of practice matters to patients.

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Patient Support & Advocacy

May 25, 2022 ·

Why organ transplant peer-review documents must remain privileged

A state appeals court must reverse a decision that threatens the honest discussions needed for peer review involving organ procurement organizations.

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AMA History

7 turning points when the AMA met the moment in medicine

The AMA’s history as the physician’s powerful ally runs deep. Learn about some of the critical junctures when the AMA left a positive mark.

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