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      Here’s your one-stop shop to meet new DEA training mandate

      Starting in 2023, DEA-registered physicians were required to complete a one-time, eight-hour training requirement. The AMA has you covered.

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      Get access to the AMA’s comprehensive guide for establishing effective AI governance in your health system.

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      Ochsner Health provides the AI support physicians are looking for

      An AMA survey shows what physicians are looking for when adopting health AI. Ochsner Health delivers.

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      What residency programs must teach about privacy, confidentiality

      The AMA offers expert training on patient privacy and confidentiality and why they matter.

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      Learn more about publications of the Accelerating Change in Medical Education Consortium for undergraduate and graduate medical education.

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      Which specialties value research output the most for Match?

      Medical student research experience among residency applicants is common, but not always decisive. Learn about the physician specialties where it matters most.

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      Didn't match? How to come back stronger next residency-selection cycle

      One failed Match should not define your career. Bounce back with expert advice on reapplying to physician residency programs.

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      The PGY-2 playbook: 7 ways resident physicians can own their new role

      After gaining footing as interns, second-year residents take on a new role and increased responsibility. These tips help new PGY-2s excel.

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      What I wish I knew in residency about being an employed physician

      AMA member Alisha Reiss, MD, didn’t get all the info she needed about the employed setting in residency. One tip: Don’t get wowed by that first offer.

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      Physicians will get their day in court to challenge insurer price-fixing

      Court denies request to dismiss lawsuit alleging MultiPlan violates antitrust law. AMA says “ending this conspiracy” would be good for patients, doctors.

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      September 2025 Practice Innovation Boot Camp

      This two-day boot camp, Sept. 17-18, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.

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      ChangeMedEd® 2025

      ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.

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      Member organizations of the AMA House of Delegates

      See a list of groups and organizations that are entitled to a seat(s) in the AMA House of Delegates.

      SSS, Section Council Chairs, Federation CEO meeting agenda & resources

      The 2025 SSS Interim Meeting will be held Nov. 14-17, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland..

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      Council on Science & Public Health reports

      Download PDFs of CSAPH reports presented at the AMA House of Delegates Interim and Annual Meetings.

      Medical education leadership opportunities

      Apply for a leadership position by submitting the required documentation by the deadline.

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      Leadership of the seven MSS Regions is responsible for policy development and facilitate engagement and collaboration between local campus sections.  

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      Resident & Fellow Section (RFS) leadership opportunities

      Take on a leadership role in the RFS and make an impact on issues facing residents and fellows, patients and the medical profession.

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      Find leadership opportunities with the AMA sections

      AMA sections (groups) provide ample opportunities for physicians and medical students to be leaders and make a positive impact on the profession and patients' lives.

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Councils

The seven AMA councils provide information and recommend policies to the Board of Trustees or House of Delegates on various issues impacting patients and physicians, including medical education, professional ethics, legislation, AMA bylaws, long range planning, medical service, and science and publi ...Read More
The seven AMA councils provide information and recommend policies to the Board of Trustees or House of Delegates on various issues impacting patients and physicians, including medical education, professional ethics, legislation, AMA bylaws, long range planning, medical service, and science and publi

The seven AMA councils provide information and recommend policies to the Board of Trustees or House of Delegates on various issues impacting patients and physicians, including medical education, professional ethics, legislation, AMA bylaws, long range planning, medical service, and science and public health.

  • Council on Constitution & Bylaws
  • Council on Ethical & Judicial Affairs
  • Council on Legislation
  • Council on Long Range Planning & Development
  • Council on Medical Education
  • Council on Medical Service
  • Council on Science & Public Health
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Council Report Finder makes it easy to search all of AMA's reports. Filter your search by council, report number or topic.

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Council on Medical Education

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Council on Medical Service

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Council on Science & Public Health

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AMA Constitution & Bylaws

The Constitution establishes the basic principles of the AMA and the Bylaws provide the framework for the governance and administration of the AMA.

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AMA council rosters & applications

Applications for AMA councils are due on March 15 every year unless otherwise noted.

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