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.
WPS provides resources for its members on education and practices. Find out about resources for the section on the AMA.
Key dates for the 2026 WPS Annual Meeting and WPS resolutions, Women's History Month webinar and WPS leadership opportunities.
Recap of the joint CME education event at I-25 and a review of the strategic goals for 2025-26.
Women in Medicine Month, WPS GC and GRROWL members share their Women in Medicine "SHero" role models and mentors, and apply to serve on a WPS policy committee.
Highlights from the 2025 Section Leadership Retreat, sectional leadership goals for 2025-2025 and a preview of the WPS Women in Medicine month webinar event.
An examination of "kinkeeping" and gender equity, and an introduction to the 2025-26 goals, the "5 As:" Action, Activism, Advancement, Advocacy and Achievement.
Annual meeting and GC updates, and deadline dates to apply for the Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women scholarship and WPS Inspiration Award.
Preparations continue for 2025 Annual and observing mental health awareness.
Handbook Review Committee deadline, preparations for the WPS Associates Meeting, CME opportunities and the Buddy Program at A-25, and celebrating diversity.
Celebrating Women's History Month, upcoming WPS webinar on March 26, policymaking update and GRROWL events at A-25.
