Often called a C-section, this is the most common major surgery performed in the U.S. Cindy Celnik, MD, an ob-gyn at HCA Healthcare, shares more.
Andrea DeSimone, DO, a psychiatrist at Bayhealth, shares how doctors can better identify and treat major depressive disorder and seasonal depression.
Find request forms and how to request a complimentary review and/or instructor copy of AMA publications.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the CPT application process.
International medical graduates need to consider many issues, including starting over in a new country.
In the 2020 academic year, 4222 IMG physicians from over 100 countries were offered visas to facilitate residency training in different specialties.
Latest NRMP survey shows how program directors are really using signals sent by residency applicants. Learn how to build a smart signaling strategy.
Each month, the AMA Medical Student Outreach Program (MSOP) identifies one event to highlight as the Section Involvement Grant Event of the Month. Find out more.
From intern to senior resident, every step in GME brings new challenges. These tips can help you meet them like a seasoned professional.
Proposed legislation, backed by the AMA, offers interest-free student-loan deferment during residency, aiming to reduce debt and increase career flexibility.
Bill introduced in Senate to reverse Medicare physician payment cuts and more in the latest Medicare Payment Reform Advocacy Update.
CMS opens 2025 MIPS exception/hardship application, now allows for exemption from cost category and administrative claims measures 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.
Review the reports and resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates.
The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
Review the process of the Liaison Committee for Specialty Boards for approving a medical specialty certifying board.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
Explore the guidelines for establishing an observership program for international medical graduates (IMGs).
Find answers to frequently asked questions about observerships for international medical graduates.
Find the list of participating institutions for the AMA Research Challenge, the largest national, multi-specialty medical research conference for students and residents.
Find information about the summary of panel actions, a document prepared after each meeting of the CPT editorial panel.
The RFS Community brings members together to shape medical education and the practice of medicine. Learn more about the community on the AMA.
An emergency medicine attending draws from his experience, offering tips on how to maximize away rotations for learning and self-discovery.
Dr. Whyte brings digital savvy, health policy expertise and clinical experience to shape a new era in medicine.
Over 43,000 medical students matched this year. Take a deep dive on the NRMP data about this year’s specialty trends, match rates and more.
M4s can gain insight on life in a physician residency program by asking current residents about scheduling, culture, work-life balance and more.
AMA member Alisha Reiss, MD, didn’t get all the info she needed about the employed setting in residency. One tip: Don’t get wowed by that first offer.
AMA member Stephanie Strohbeen, MD, says learning to be a great teammate is one of the biggest growth experiences in residency.
Learn from two AMA members about why organized medicine is an ideal venue in which medical students can build their leadership skills.
Even with some experience using the EHR in medical school, you won’t master it on day one as an intern. Heed these tips for a successful transition.
Becoming chief resident can dramatically change your postgraduate experience. Co-chief resident Nicolas K. Fletcher, MD, breaks down what to expect.