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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“It’s such an eye-opening experience.” Bobby Mukkamala, MD, reflects on his brain tumor diagnosis [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Hear from AMA President-elect Bobby Mukkamala, MD, on his brain tumor diagnosis.

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Leadership
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Dec. 6, 2024: Best practices for providing virtual primary care, EHR inbox management and messaging with patients (index only)
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Best practices for providing virtual primary care, EHR inbox management and messaging with patients

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about virtual care and EHR inbox management.

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Digital
AMA Update
AMA Update for Dec. 6, 2024: Best practices for providing virtual primary care, EHR inbox management and messaging with patients (index only)
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16 Min Read

Best practices for providing virtual primary care, EHR inbox management and messaging with patients [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about virtual care and EHR inbox management.

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Digital
AMA Update Podcast
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What doctors wish patients knew about endometriosis

Endometriosis is a chronic and painful condition that remains under-recognized. Katie Peterson, MD, an ob-gyn at Confluence Health, offers insight.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Health insurance market concentration grows deeper: AMA report

Several dominant carriers have driven away competition, leaving consumers with limited choices for health insurance coverage. 

Access to Care
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Myth or fact? Rx durations are limited to 90 days plus 1 refill

Extending prescription duration to the legally allowed maximum—when appropriate—can help cut stress for patients and physicians. 

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Sustainability
Fighting for Physicians
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Long-term commitment needed for more inclusive clinical trials

Limited diversity in clinical trials can exacerbate health inequities in practice. FDA plans for change are a good starting point.

Health Equity
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What doctors wish patients knew about peripheral artery disease

Also known as peripheral vascular disease, this condition causes leg pain, cramping and numbness. Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health shares more.

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Bobby Mukkamala, MD
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AMA President-elect Bobby Mukkamala, MD, has a brain tumor

Diagnosed after an expressive aphasia episode at the AMA Interim Meeting, Dr. Mukkamala details what’s next and reflects on what he’s learned so far.

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