A sharp, shooting pain that starts in your lower back can be a sign of sciatica. Learn what causes sciatica, how long it lasts and when to see a doctor.
Feeling anxious about an upcoming mammogram? You're not alone.
Physician entrepreneurs explain what makes a business investable, when venture capital fits and what founders need to succeed as entrepreneurs.
The Permanente Medical Group takes physician surveys to the next level by turning feedback into action, measuring impact and continuing to improve it.
Register for upcoming ChangeMedEd webinars, watch webinars on-demand and listen to episodes from the Catalyzing Change in MedEd podcast series.
Through the new AMA ChangeMedEd® initiative, the AMA is supporting projects that address competency-based medical educations. Learn more.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member position on the AMPAC Board and how to apply.
Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the MSS position on the National Board of Medical Examiners Advisory Committee.
A recent study shows that some types of physicians are likelier to go part time, but demographics may not tell the whole story.
Geisinger teaches resident physicians how to spot system flaws, lead fixes and boost patient care—skills that matter in any practice setting.
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.
See the details for all the AMA membership dues and categories, information on automatic AMA renew membership, and tax deduction information.
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.
The 2026 SSS Interim Meeting will be held Nov. 7-9 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida.
The Specialty and Service Society (SSS) is the largest caucus in the AMA House of Delegates.
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.
The strength of the AMA Medical Student Section (MSS) lies in its local presence.
Find the agenda, documents and more for the 2026 YPS Interim Meeting on Nov. 6 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
Download resource PDFs to gain an understanding of the physician payment system used by Medicare and most other payers.
Congress established protections for medically frail patients. The AMA believes a new CMS rule will undermine them.
Learn everything you need to know about interim and annual Women Physicians Section (WPS) meetings. Find important dates, registration information, and meeting highlights on the AMA.
The August 2024 issue of member news details the governing council's participation in the Section Leadership Retreat and its three primary goals for the year.
Join colleagues Nov. 7-8 for the 2024 AMA Interim Section Meetings being held in person in Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
The July issue of WPS news looks at the significance of the white coat, particularly for women physicians, a profile of the GRROWL Standing Committee, and more.
On Sept. 28 at noon Central, the Women Physicians Section hosts a special Women in Medicine Month webinar. Register today.
Catch up with the news and key moments from the AMA House of Delegates’ meeting, which ran June 10-15.
Influence policy, attend educational programs and network. Member Groups (Sections) meetings are June 7-9, with the HOD business meeting held June 9-14.
Catch up with the news and key moments from the AMA House of Delegates’ virtual meeting, which ran Nov. 12–16.
Catch up with the news and other key moments from the AMA House of Delegates' virtual meeting, which ran June 11¬16.
The AMA Board of Trustees called for a Special Meeting of the House of Delegates to take place virtually June 11-16, 2021.
