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.