New Web Site
AMA Launches New Interactive Web Site
February 02, 2009
by Barbara Kram, Editor
CHICAGO - Offering a fresh look and redesigned content, the American Medical Association (AMA) has launched a new Web site to help physicians, residents, and medical students easily obtain resources and tools relevant to their individual professional needs. Visit http://www.ama-assn.org to view and use the redesigned Web site.
"Physicians rely on the Internet to find accurate professional information when they need it," said AMA President Nancy H. Nielsen, M.D. "The new AMA Web site presents a wealth of valuable information designed with physicians' needs in mind. For example, there are easy-to-find clinical references and continuing medical education programs to help physicians build their clinical knowledge. There are also tools that can help physicians more efficiently and effectively manage their practices."
The new AMA Web site is dynamic and timely, with AMA messages and news pages updated daily. Dedicated sections for physicians, residents, and medical students are filled with information and resources specific to each group. Physicians can find useful billing and reimbursement resources, along with numerous tools ranging from patient education to clinical practice standards. Medical residents can benefit from tips on how to survive the rigors of residency, including advice on handling medical school education debt. Medical students can access information on financial aid, choosing a medical specialty and understanding medical ethics. In addition to exploring the site by professional status, visitors can also search content by subject matter. Topics include physician resources, education and the profession, legislation and advocacy, and AMA news and events.
In addition to its new and updated appearance, the AMA Web site now has more content directly available from the home page allowing for faster access to needed information, such as links to Continuing Medical Education (CME), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and medical journals. Medical Students can link to FREIDA Online to find accredited training programs. Topic menus that expand or collapse can be tailored to the user's preference and related links now appear to direct users to other relevant content.
The AMA's popular Doctor Finder feature is still available to help locate physicians and determine their AMA member status. The site will be continuously updated to make navigation easier and information more valuable.
"Physicians rely on the Internet to find accurate professional information when they need it," said AMA President Nancy H. Nielsen, M.D. "The new AMA Web site presents a wealth of valuable information designed with physicians' needs in mind. For example, there are easy-to-find clinical references and continuing medical education programs to help physicians build their clinical knowledge. There are also tools that can help physicians more efficiently and effectively manage their practices."
The new AMA Web site is dynamic and timely, with AMA messages and news pages updated daily. Dedicated sections for physicians, residents, and medical students are filled with information and resources specific to each group. Physicians can find useful billing and reimbursement resources, along with numerous tools ranging from patient education to clinical practice standards. Medical residents can benefit from tips on how to survive the rigors of residency, including advice on handling medical school education debt. Medical students can access information on financial aid, choosing a medical specialty and understanding medical ethics. In addition to exploring the site by professional status, visitors can also search content by subject matter. Topics include physician resources, education and the profession, legislation and advocacy, and AMA news and events.
In addition to its new and updated appearance, the AMA Web site now has more content directly available from the home page allowing for faster access to needed information, such as links to Continuing Medical Education (CME), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and medical journals. Medical Students can link to FREIDA Online to find accredited training programs. Topic menus that expand or collapse can be tailored to the user's preference and related links now appear to direct users to other relevant content.
The AMA's popular Doctor Finder feature is still available to help locate physicians and determine their AMA member status. The site will be continuously updated to make navigation easier and information more valuable.