Need for more physicians trained in pubiuc health

• Yesterday, the AMA at its annual meeting resolved to encourage additional funding for public health training for more physicians. The AMA, in conjunction with other appropriate organizations, will support the work of relevant groups to initiate the development of specific physician competencies for physicians engaged in public health practice. The AMA will also inform medical students and physicians of existing opportunities for physician training in preparation for public health practice. This action supports the April 2007 report of the IOM on the need for more physicians trained in public health