James Rowley, MD, of Rush University System for Health, says napping for 15–20 minutes can refresh, but taking frequent naps hints at poor sleep.
The AMA collaborates on a tool to identify inequities in access, coverage and payment for mental health and substance-use services.
The AMA’s Physician Well-Being Program aims to raise awareness, advance knowledge and catalyze change to reduce burnout. Learn more with the AMA.
Find information on what the CPT code set is and why CPT codes are integral to health care innovation.
Opioids can be an effective treatment for chronic pain, but prescribing them properly requires prudence. Learn more with the AMA.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
When writing your personal statement, veteran residency program directors said that authenticity will trump AI every time. ChatGPT agrees.
For Bo Hrom, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, the emotional toll of treating cancer patients is offset by the reward of improving their lives.
Most physicians practice where they completed residency, but not all. Learn which specialties and states are most likely to keep you local.
It wasn’t easy for AMA member Daniel E. Choi, MD, to start his physician private practice. He wishes he’d known that it would turn out OK. Learn more.
AMA-led federation letters oppose federal bill expanding pharmacists’ scope of practice and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Federal health research tackles kidney disease and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
This two-day boot camp, Sept. 17-18, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
Make travel arrangements for the Interim Meeting of the HOD taking place Nov. 14-18, 2025 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.
Download PDFs of reports from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Annual and Interim Meetings.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
View candidates for upcoming elections for the Underrepresented in Medicine Advocacy Section (UMAS) Governing Council.
Find the agenda PDF, documents and more for the 2025 APS Interim Meeting on Nov. 13 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland.
In the news: Measles cases surge in the Americas, COVID accelerates vascular aging and more.
From alopecia areata to seborrheic dermatitis, these patient-friendly tools make it easier for you to explain dermatological conditions.
Taking your first steps as a resident is an exciting experience. Here are some tips from the AMA to help you transition from student to resident.
Getting published as a physician in training can build your CV and reputation. Here’s a list of top journals that accept submissions from trainees. Knowing where to submit your research is half the battle of breaking into medical publishing.
Pursuing a career in medical education? Physicians and trainees can launch a med ed career without pursuing additional degrees. This must-read list of articles will help you improve your skills as a medical educator.
As a medical student, do you ever wonder what it’s like to specialize in interventional radiology? Alex Ding, MD, shares what it’s like to work in a hospital-based practice.
As a medical student, do you ever wonder what it’s like to specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation? Meet John Vasudevan, MD, a physiatrist who shares what his practice is like and offers advice about his specialty.
Choosing your specialty is an important decision. Find out what it’s like to specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Claire Wolfe shares insights on her field of practice, work/life balance and more.
More than 250 of 2015’s graduating seniors from U.S. allopathic schools did not match to a residency position. The Association of American Medical Colleges suggests 7 reasons med school seniors failed to match.
Meet Robert Wergin, MD, a family physician and president of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Dr. Wergin discusses what it’s like to specialize in family medicine.
Thinking of choosing pediatrics as a specialty? They’re key players in primary care. Elizabeth Meade, MD, tells what it’s like to practice in a large multispecialty medical group, employed by a hospital.
Trying to figure out what medical specialty to pursue? See what life is like for Chris Dangles, MD, orthopaedic surgeon who practices in a rural hospital. Determine if a career in orthopaedic surgery is a good fit for you.
