Progress is being made to prevent overdose deaths, but about 75,000 lives are still lost annually. The AMA outlines aggressive steps to save more lives.
Learn more about physicians’ actions toward ending the nation’s overdose epidemic and improving care for patients with pain and substance use disorders (SUD). Download PDF of the Substance Use and Treatment Report.
This boot camp focuses on time-saving tools and strategies to reform organizations and enhance professional satisfaction and well-being.
It’s time to look at processes or requirements that don’t add value to patients or physicians and cut needless work. Learn how with the AMA.
Precision education is a developing concept and one of four new focus areas for the AMA ChangeMedEd® initiative. Find out more.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
Dual medical residency training programs offer a chance to build specialized skills and unlock opportunities that serve a broad spectrum of patients.
The AMA Medical Student Advocacy Conference in March will help train future physicians to advocate in person with Congress on today’s big issues.
At Ochsner Health, Dr. Mizrahi found a professionally fulfilling role that matched his subspecialty interests and commitment to collaborative care.
It isn’t just for seasoned pros anymore, with data showing younger physicians are increasingly turning to locum tenens. Is it right for you?
Telehealth flexibilities for prescribing controlled substances extended and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
With the 2026 AMA State Advocacy Summit underway, the AMA is making its impact felt on the issues that matter most to doctors.
In this Project Firstline webinar, join AMA and CDC for the latest information on preventing and responding to respiratory virus outbreaks in long-term care settings.
This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar highlights proven, organizational-level strategies to support physician well-being. Register today.
The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
Find out about the election bylaws and policies for being elected to the AMA House of Delegates.
Download the PDF to read the rules and regulations that guide the AMA to uphold its mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Review open leadership positions for the Senior Physicians Section (SPS).
Find out about the endorsement and nomination criteria for HOD candidates seeking endorsements from the LGBTQ+ Section Governing Council.
Find information about the CPT® Editorial Panel process and AMA/Specialty Society RVS update process.
In the news: Changes to childhood immunization schedule, impact of delaying routine vaccinations, Alzheimer’s biomarker testing and more.
Patient-centered care is the practice of assessing patient-centered care through the lens of care coordination and patient satisfaction. Here's how the AMA promotes patient-centered care.
Medicare Primary Care First may offer practices a path to higher payment than the current demonstration project, Comprehensive Primary Care Plus.
Tomorrow’s physicians must understand how to implement high-value care, starting in medical school. Learn more from the AMA about three innovative efforts to make that happen.
In less than a decade, accountable care organization participation has become more common. Find out which physicians and practice types are more likely to join ACOs.
Successful ACO participation starts with up-to-date knowledge on how the arrangements have changed, including new emphasis on potential downside risk.
An efficient health care workflow can reduce physician burnout by nearly half. Find out how to implement workflow optimization.
The health care system is changing fast, and future physicians need to understand their role and ethical obligations in helping ensure patients’ health and well-being is maximized, while the costs are minimized, in an environment that provides a patient-centered experience.
Treating complex patients in underserved areas is a tough proposition. Oak Street Health’s chief clinical officer offers insight on how to succeed.
Conduct better team meetings, plan ahead for smoother patient visits and make prescription renewals a once-a-year task.
When it comes to mitigating and preventing physician burnout, doctors cannot do it alone. Learn how a team-based approach can rise to the task.
