American Medical Association

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American Medical Association

The American Medical Association (AMA) is a professional organization for physicians in the United States. Pronounced as /əˈmɛrɪkən ˈmɛdɪkəl əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/, the AMA's mission is to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

Etymology

The term "American Medical Association" is derived from its founding in the United States (American) and its focus on the medical profession (Medical Association).

History

The American Medical Association was founded in 1847 by Nathan Davis, a physician from New York, with the aim of promoting scientific advancement, improving public health, and establishing standards for medical education, practice, and ethics in the United States.

Structure

The AMA is governed by a Board of Trustees and a House of Delegates. The Board of Trustees includes the executive officers of the AMA and elected members. The House of Delegates is composed of representatives from each state and medical specialty.

Activities

The AMA is involved in a wide range of activities, including advocacy for physicians and patients, public health promotion, and the development of standards for medical education, practice, and ethics. It also publishes the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), one of the most widely circulated medical journals in the world.

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