Heart failure can affect energy, breathing and daily life, but early diagnosis, treatment and follow-up can help people manage symptoms.
You might be making one of the most common sunscreen mistakes without even realizing it. Dermatologist Micah Brown, MD, shares the most common sunscreen errors.
Whether you're considering private practice or already working independently, the AMA has the resources you need to start and sustain success.
Applying for recognition from the AMA Joy in Medicine Program can help health systems assess their physician well-being work, align leaders and build momentum for what comes next.
Listening to program coordinators, UNC created a professional development initiative to boost confidence, improve performance and support retention.
In support of our work to catalyze innovation in medical education, the AMA's efforts and focus have entered an important new phase. Learn more.
From researching programs to creating the perfect application packet. These questions ensure you cover your bases before hitting the “submit” button.
Download a PDF of the MSOP Program Guide—as an Outreach Leader, the AMA provides all marketing materials, training, resources and event funding you need.
The AMA Ethics Fellowship is an opportunity for medical students, resident physicians and fellows to explore a topic of ethical importance to medicine’s future.
When you’re choosing your first post-training physician job, your satisfaction may be driven by your family’s happiness almost as much as your own.
Stay informed with top advocacy news and essential updates on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the healthcare environment in July 2026.
New AMA initiative launched to improve electronic prior authorization, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Access key resources and PDFs related to the AMA's self-paced Business of Medicine course.
Join KeyBank for an informative webinar on the essentials of borrowing for higher education.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
Review the list of candidates to serve as AMA officers, on the Board of Trustees and councils.
The council investigates general ethical conditions and all matters pertaining to the relations of physicians to one another or to the public, and make recommendations to the House of Delegates or the constituent associations through the issuance of reports.
Download PDFs of reports organized by year for the Council on Ethical & Judicial Affairs (CEJA) presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
The Medical Student Section (MSS) provides policy making resources for its members, including guidance on how to submit resolutions.
The Integrated Physician Practice Section offers a number of opportunities to get involved, network and enhance your leadership skills.
Learn about the AMA's awards and scholarships for physicians, medical students and residents and download the application PDF.
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Get ready for your United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE®) Step 2 exam with prep resources from the AMA. Find case studies, practice questions, USMLE Step 2 CK application pointers, tips and advice.
A 22-year-old African immigrant presents to the hospital with acute abdominal pain caused by gallstones. What is their most likely composition?
A 59-year-old man presents with chest pain during exercise and an ejection fraction of 55 percent. What’s the next best step in management?
A middle-aged man presenting to the emergency department also has pale skin and loss of vibration sense. What is the most likely diagnosis?
Some of our most popular stories test medical students’ knowledge with frequently missed questions from USMLE® Steps 1 and 2.
This USMLE® Step 2 practice test question deals with a 68-year-old man whose complaints include headache, dizziness and fatigue.
This USMLE® Step 2 exam question deals with warfarin toxicity. Read the case details and determine the most appropriate next step in management for a 71-year-old-male patient.
This USMLE Step 2 test prep question deals with a female patient who has a solitary nodule in the thyroid gland that’s readily palpable. Given additional information, what is the most appropriate next step in management?
Are you getting ready to take the United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)? These five steps outline practical tips for preparing, including useful resources.
