HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and LTBI Routine Screening Toolkit

The AMA’s toolkit for community health centers and emergency departments guides you from patient intake to linkage to care.

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What doctors wish patients knew about summer skin safety

Too much sun exposure can have damaging effects on skin, but following proper precautions can help. Two physicians offer tips to stay safe in the summer sun.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What to do when symptoms are difficult to see or measure

Patients can present with all kinds of symptoms that defy observation and diagnostics. Learn about the ethical challenges to clinical decision-making.

Ethics
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Legacy of racial segregation endures at many U.S. hospitals

Patient demographics often don’t resemble the local population, says analysis of 3,200 hospitals. Metrics can show the way to more inclusive future.

Health Equity
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Maya Green, MD, MPH, on care for Black & LGBTQ+ patient population

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with Maya Green, MD, MPH, on care for Black and LGBTQ+ patients.

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Population Health
Moving Medicine Video Update
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Inaugural class of 12 physician fellows to advance health equity

The doctors were chosen from more than 300 applicants nationwide to take part in a first-of-its-kind, 14-month collaborative education initiative.

AMA Center for Optimal Health Outcomes
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Focusing on social determinants of health at Montefiore Medical Center

Catherine Skae, MD, discusses the social determinants of health (SDH) curriculum, evolution and impact. Learn more.

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ChangeMedEd Initiative
Accelerating Change in Medical Education Consortium Showcase
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Dr. Mike on using social media to combat medical misinformation

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with Mikhail Varshavski, DO (Doctor Mike), on using social media to combat medical misinformation.

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Publications & Newsletters
Moving Medicine Video Update
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Black & LGBTQ+: At the intersection of race, sexual orientation & identity

On June 24, 2021, the Advisory Committee on LGBTQ Issues and Minority Affairs Section held a webinar featuring on the health and well-being of Americans who identify as Black and LGBTQ+.

Population Health
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AMA equity in medical education resources

Find information about AMA's work towards equity in medical education and available resources for physicians and their practices.

Med Student Advocacy