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Donaldo Hernandez, MD, at the 2023 AMA Interim Meeting
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3 Min Read

In health care settings, keep “doctor” title for physicians

Professionals with doctorates in nursing practice have sued for the right to be called doctor. Find out why the AMA and others are fighting back.

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Judicial Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
Businessperson in a wheelchair pushing a button to open a door
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4 Min Read

Proposed rule could advance health equity for disabled patients

HHS proposal to combat discrimination against people with disabilities is a step in the right direction. Learn how the AMA has weighed in.

Population Health
Young patient sitting on hospital bed
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4 Min Read

Most pediatricians have burnout. Here’s what it takes to fix that.

A new initiative at Texas Children's Pediatrics is tackling physician burnout head on. Discover why it was created and how it's making a difference.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
Health care worker applies bandage on young patient's upper arm
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6 Min Read

Big changes will streamline CPT coding for immunization

Changes to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set reflect evolution in the COVID-19 response. Learn more with the AMA.

CPT®
Red flag
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3 Min Read

4 employment contract red flags young physicians should watch for

Young physicians are not usually well-versed in contract law. One AMA expert outlines some points to avoid in the physician employment contract.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
U.S. Capitol dome on clear day, blue skies
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4 Min Read

New year, new hope: Momentum builds in Congress to cancel the cut

Nearly 200 members of Congress show bipartisan support for canceling all of 3.37% Medicare physician pay cut that took effect Jan. 1. Learn more.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
Senior patient consulting with physician
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4 Min Read

Top health tips obesity medicine physicians want you to know

There’s more to treating obesity than healthy eating and physical activity. Check out this informative advice from obesity medicine physicians.

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Michael Suk, MD, MPH, at Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs forum
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4 Min Read

Can AMA ethical guidance help health systems—and not just doctors?

AMA Trustee and Geisinger physician leader Michael Suk, MD, JD, MPH, MBA, was among those weighing in on a new direction for the AMA Code of Medical Ethics. 

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Ethics
Health System Spotlight
Medical students embrace on Match Day 2023
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7 Min Read

Over 40,000 land spots on Match Day. What are this year’s trends?

Dig into the data on the 2023 Main Residency Match and get a head start to thrive in physician residency training with help from the AMA.

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency