Tim Storey, Brad Barrett, MD, Laurie Lickley, and Patrick Hope
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How physicians can reach lawmakers amid COVID-19 restrictions

Rules on gatherings at state capitols vary widely across the country. State legislators explain how doctors can do effective outreach virtually.

State Advocacy
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The power of clinical informatics: A primer for medical students

Learn what comprises clinical informatics and how using certain techniques can improve how physicians and other health care workers deliver care.

ChangeMedEd Initiative
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15 Min Read

Protecting physicians and hospitals from emerging cyberthreats

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing emerging cyber threats during the pandemic.

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Digital
AMA Update
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2 Min Read

Oct. 23, 2020: Advocacy spotlight on Physicians urge Nebraska to reject proposed scope expansions

Physicians urge Nebraska to reject proposed scope expansions in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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Scope of practice: How the AMA fights for patient safety

The AMA has worked with 38 states to secure more than 70 scope-of-practice victories. Learn more about how to defend the physician-led health care team.

Scope of Practice
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2 Min Read

What your patients must know about Rx shopping online

Millions of newly uninsured Americans may look online to save money on prescription drugs. Here are some important safety tips your patients should know.

Behavioral Health
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1 Min Read

AMA statement on Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana abortion case

Today’s decision is a victory for patients and a strike against government interference in the patient-physician relationship.

Press Releases
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U.S. Supreme Court strikes down admitting-privilege restrictions

A law restricting doctors unduly burdened patients, said the nation’s high court in ruling against a Louisiana law limiting who could perform abortions.

Judicial Advocacy
Sheryl Hirsch, MD
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6 Min Read

Small private practice reopening prioritizes patient, staff safety

Learn how a pediatric practice has outlasted financial uncertainty caused by COVID-19 and is opening its doors a little wider to see more patients.

Private Practices