What is causing that sore throat? It could be strep, and it needs to be treated the right way. Two Ochsner Health physicians share more about strep throat.
Older and immunocompromised patients are at highest risk. Learn more with the AMA and CDC about West Nile virus testing, diagnosis and prevention.
Help the AMA tackle the key causes of burnout to protect physicians and patients. Learn more.
Subscribe to the digital version of AMA Guides® to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment 6th Edition for the most recent updates.
Giving feedback that harnesses surgical residents’ thirst for improvement is a winner at Geisinger. The approach is spreading to other specialties.
The AMA addresses concerns regarding the challenges faced by the current graduate medical education (GME) system with a report on GME initiatives to help inform future GME advocacy.
Medical students face unique challenges around exam anxiety, here’s how you can reduce its impact on your well-being and academic progress.
Look for real connections and ask probing questions. Here is how to assess your professional compatibility and personal fit in interviews.
As first-year resident physicians take on greater responsibility, honing efficiency and sharpening communication skills can help them thrive.
After years of long hours, Dr. Larsen found at Confluence Health he was able to be more present in the exam room and enjoy more time with his family.
Recommendations to minimize Medicaid coverage losses and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Meet our keynote speaker: 2026 AMA State Advocacy Summit and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.
ChangeMedEd® is a national bi-annual conference that brings together innovative leaders across the medical education continuum to reimagine the way future physicians are trained. Learn more.
This two-day boot camp, April 13-14, 2026, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
Find out about opportunities for representation of Federation organizations in the AMA sections' annual and interim meetings.
Review the list of candidates to serve as AMA officers, on the Board of Trustees and councils.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
WPS resolutions serve as an opportunity to address topics of importance to women in medicine and female patients.
The Medical Student Section (MSS) provides policy making resources for its members, including guidance on how to submit resolutions.
Every birth in America should be safe, and every mother and baby should leave the hospital with the promise of health, hope and opportunity.
View the individuals responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the organization.
Managing your finances is essential for a successful residency. Learn more about medical resident personal finance with tips and advice for managing your expenses at AMA.
This is a key element in physician contract negotiations. Also, find out when should you retain an attorney during the contracting process.
Relocation compensation in your first physician job after residency training is almost a given. Learn what’s usually covered and watch out for these wrinkles.
Resident physicians considering fellowship training should weigh how the subspecialty training fits into their life, financial and career goals.
Not every physician disability insurance policy is the same. Costs, definitions and riders are three important factors that doctors should consider.
Considering a physician employment offer can be exciting and stressful. Lawyers can be hugely helpful. Get expert advice on finding one.
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 members can align their finances and prepare for their futures in various ways with Laurel Road. Learn more about AMA Laurel Road member benefits.
Physicians’ spending tends to creep upward after finishing residency or fellowship. Learn with the AMA about how to avert that pattern.
Regardless of which specialty you are training in, knowing how far your money will go is essential for resident physicians.
