The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest in bird flu and policies from the 2024 AMA Annual Meeting.
AMA creates tools and resources so physicians can focus on their patients and keep their practices open.
AMA Board of Trustees Chair Willie Underwood III, MD, MSc, MPH, outlines what health care organizations should do to reduce physician burnout.
Take a look at the crucial role of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in our nation's health care landscape and how the AMA is working to support IMGs.
Precision education is a developing concept and one of four new focus areas for the AMA ChangeMedEd® initiative. Find out more.
Find information on commissions during the recruitment year.
The road to Match Day 2025 has many milestones. This guide offers insight on what to do at each step of the physician residency-selection process.
With high medical student-loan debt, doctors entering Indian Health Service face low pay. AMA calls for improving their access to loan forgiveness.
Licensing exams place big burdens on resident physicians. AMA calls for changes to Step 3 and COMLEX Level 3 to help save residents time and money.
AMA-supported prior authorization bill reintroduced in Congress and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.
AMA comments on 2025 Medicare hospital inpatient payment proposed rule and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
The 2024 International Conference on Physician Health will be held Oct. 17–Oct. 19, 2024. Learn more.
This two-day boot camp Sept. 23-24, 2024, is designed for clinical and operational change agents looking to eliminate unnecessary work and free up more time to focus on what matters most–patient care.
Review the list of candidates to serve as AMA officers, on the Board of Trustees and councils.
Review the reports and resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
See how the CCB recommends changes to the AMA Constitution and Bylaws and assists in reviewing the rules, regulations and procedures of AMA sections.
Read highlights from the 2024 SPS Annual Meeting.
View candidates for upcoming elections for the International Medical Graduates Section Governing Council.
In the news: Body roundness index, FDA on donanemab to treat early-stage Alzheimer’s, new heart disease risk calculator and more.
Read about the process for changes to the CPT® codes and the role of the CPT Advisory Committee.
Physician-led team based care is a team-based approach to care using different combinations of health care professionals. Stay up-to-date on news and information about team based care from the AMA.
Download PDFs of council reports that advocate policies on emerging delivery systems that protect and foster the patient/physician relationship. Key Council reports on this topic have addressed patient-centered medical homes, precision medicine, APMs, telemedicine, and retail and store-based health clinics.
A scientific statement from the American Heart Association and the AMA identifies implementation strategies to improve BP control in the U.S.
Dozens of states have moved to expand scope of practice for physician assistants (PAs). Learn with the AMA about what sets PAs and physicians apart.
Nurse practitioners (NPs) are increasingly providing care without physician supervision. Learn with the AMA about what sets NPs and physicians apart.
The Joy in Medicine™ Health System Roadmap is a step-by-step guide to building well-being across a health system. Learn more.
The AMA creates tools and resources aimed at increasing efficiency, engagement and success, so you can focus on your patients and keep your practice open and sustainable.
The AMA creates tools and resources—PDFs, podcasts, webinars and more—aimed at navigating common business challenges for private practices. Learn more.
Research at two health systems has uncovered the cost of care when it is delivered by nonphysician providers practicing without doctor oversight.
Work-life balance has been touted as a way to reduce physician burnout. Learn how doctors can stand up for their own balance and job satisfaction.
