Philadelphia Eagles’ Jalen Hurts' diagnosis puts blood clots in the spotlight. A physician explains who's at risk, how to prevent clots and when to seek care.
While almost half of all adults have high blood pressure, many don’t know they have hypertension. A family physician shares what is important to know.
What makes a good leader?
An AMA study identifies key opportunities for sustainable value-based care adoption. Optum’s Wyatt Decker, MD, shares lessons on implementation and physician engagement.
The AMA opposes policies that create unnecessary stress for our IMG physicians and their families and exacerbate the physician workforce shortage by further limiting the ability of certain non-US citizen IMGs to receive a visa or green card.
Register for upcoming ChangeMedEd webinars, watch webinars on-demand and listen to episodes from the Catalyzing Change in MedEd podcast series.
Medical student research suggests that the very qualities that spur medical school success are linked to stress and emotional exhaustion.
Most medical school applicants are biology majors. Does any single path better equip you for a career as a physician? Experts weigh in.
Geisinger teaches resident physicians how to spot system flaws, lead fixes and boost patient care—skills that matter in any practice setting.
Think your first physician employment contract is set in stone? Not always. Here’s where you can still win better terms.
The AMA has declared drug shortages to be an urgent public health crisis. Stay informed and access resources to address the impacts on practice.
Stay informed with top advocacy news and essential updates on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the healthcare environment in October 2026.
For a limited time this fall, UWorld is offering exclusive product discount codes to members of the AMA. Don’t miss this opportunity to access exclusive savings.
Grow your career and expand your professional networks at the AMA Career Resources event happening during the 2026 Interim Meeting.
Find information on submitting resolutions and reports for the upcoming interim meeting to the AMA HOD Online Reference Committees.
Make travel arrangements for the Interim Meeting of the HOD taking place Nov. 6-10, 2026 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort Orlando, Florida.
Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.
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.
View candidates for upcoming elections for the Resident & Fellow Section Governing Council.
Find the agenda, documents and more for the 2026 RFS Interim Meeting on Nov. 6 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
In the news: U.S. sees early start to flu season, rabies exposures on the rise, ADHD's impact on mortality risk, napping habits may raise dementia risk and more.
Find the AMA on social media and connect with us to keep up with the latest on hot topics across public health and health care, resources, spotlights 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.
Kyle Shelton, DO, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics, got an early start in life and a late one in medicine, shaping his career path and approach to patient care.
The gender gap shows up in the preclerkship phase of medical school, research shows. Learn how to address anxiety with a better approach to test prep.
As medical students enter clinical clerkships, they face new time demands and learning dynamics. These behaviors can help you stand out.
Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease with varied symptoms. Early diagnosis and ongoing care can help patients manage flares and protect long-term health.
The Permanente Medical Group maintains a commitment to making strides in professional fulfillment, a culture of compassion and growth, and through innovative leadership.
Research in a leading economics journal shows that NPs delivering emergency care also increased medical spending by $129 million in the VA system.
Organizations are finding that coaching contributes to physician well-being and shepherds residents through tough transitions.
Physician burnout is improving, but exclusive AMA data shows years in practice shape how doctors experience stress and recovery.
Learn how physician entrepreneurs are creating change in healthcare and driving innovation with private practice.
