Post on 17-Jan-2018
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By: Nicole Giardina
History of AMA
• AMA was founded on May 7, 1847 by Nathan Smith Davis.
• The meeting to create the AMA was held in the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
• The first president elected for the AMA was Dr. Nathaniel Chapman.
History of AMA
• At the founding meeting the delegates adopted the first code of medicine ethics and established the standards needed for a medical education and the degree of MD.
• Every since the beginning of AMA they have promoted scientific advancements, improved public health, and invested in the doctor and patient relationship.
• AMA history shows the important role the association and its members have played in the development of medicine.
Purpose of AMA
• AMA official mission statement: “To promote the art and science of medicine
and the betterment of public health.”
Members
• AMA has a variety of members including delegates, trustees, council members, section members, medical societies and medical students and staff.
• Specific members of the AMA include the Medical Student Section, Women Physicians Section and the Litigation Center of the AMA and the State Medical Societies.
Major Issues
• One issue that the AMA focuses on is the health care system.
• Hundreds of Physicians met in Washington D.C., to discuss key issues in health care; where they confronted Congress with their concerns. This was known as the AMA’s National Advocacy Conference.
• The main issue physicians needed to discuss was Congress’ decision about making percent cuts to Medicare physician payments and financing for graduate medical education.
AMA’s National Advocacy Conference
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A visual of the AMA website.
Membership Benefits
• Build your knowledge and keep it current. Full access to AMA publications is included.
• Share your perspective and make a difference. Get involved in the work that matters to your profession.
• Gain expert support to help you with your practice and your career.
• Enjoy special savings on insurance, financial services, medical supplies, travel and more.