Bruised or broken ribs can make every breath hurt. Knowing the warning signs, recovery timeline and when to seek medical care after an injury are key.
Too much sun exposure can have damaging effects on skin, but following proper precautions can help. Follow these summer sun safety tips.
Natalie Davis, MD, founded PreventScripts to solve the lifestyle disease crisis. Now she’s sharing her results—in this story and at a can’t-miss AMA event.
AMA Credentialing Services grants physicians the option to request profile delivery to a medical licensing board and/or to access a self-inquiry profile.
The AMA launched a $12 million precision education grant program earlier this year to speed the personalization of learning.
A framework for educators and administrators who create programs for coaching medical students—view videos, purchase books or download directories of workshop participants.
AMA member Zachary Coffman, MD, of Advocate Health, says one of the most rewarding parts is seeing kids you treat grow up to live meaningful lives.
How many applications are typical among physician residency applicants? The number is going to depend largely on specialty and applicant type.
Many face stigma and lack of access to accommodations, says recently published research from JAMA Network Open.
Culminating with the creation of an AMA podcast, fellows pick a medical ethics topic and explore critical dilemmas in medicine. Learn more and apply now.
Stay informed with top advocacy news and essential updates on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the healthcare environment in June 2026.
Medicare Trustees warn of unsustainability of Medicare physician payment system, and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
Clinicians interested in starting or expanding routine screening programs for HIV, STIs, viral hepatitis and LTBI are invited to join the AMA Community of Practice for a discussion on routine screening in rural emergency departments.
AMA has teamed up with Panacea Financial to help you navigate financial decisions at every stage of your career.
Review the list of candidates to serve as AMA officers, on the Board of Trustees and councils.
Download and review the PDF list of pending reports from the Board and the councils, and submit comments and feedback.
The Council on Long Range Planning and Development (CLRPD) works on projects based on actions of the AMA House of Delegates or Board of Trustees.
Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.
Get involved in the AMA Women Physicians Section (WPS), working to raise the number of women physicians in leadership roles.
The MSS Annual & Interim Awards, recognizing Medical Student Section members, celebrate outstanding achievements and leadership within the medical student community.
Compelling research, discussions, opinions and more—enjoy these original podcasts from the AMA for the latest in medicine and patient care.
In the news: CMS drug pricing program, infant formula botulism recall, hormone therapy for menopause, chronic disease prevention and more.
Read the latest news from the American Medical Association. As a powerful ally—the AMA supports physicians with a unified voice, removes obstacles to patient care, and leads the charge to confront public health crises.
AMA survey data shows that practices complete 39 prior authorization requests per physician, per week. The AMA is fighting for prior auth reduction.
Sluggish action on prior authorization requests can mean hospitalization or death. The AMA is fighting to speed up prior authorization.
Seamless patient handoffs are an essential part of providing safe patient care in residency. Learn more with the AMA.
The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the measles outbreak states, latest bird flu news and more.
Researchers at Ochsner Health have developed a tool that can help guide treatment choices after a patient’s carotid stroke.
Identifying and fixing gaps in the care process boosts diabetes-prevention referrals. Physician champions are key to effective change.
Your salary as a resident physician has less impact on surplus income than where you train. What does that mean for new residents?
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, physicians struggling with burnout have a great place to turn for peer support, mentorship and coaching.
Recruiting firm survey shows nearly 60% of final-year residents get over 100 job solicitations. Learn how to separate the wheat from the chaff.
