Race and health care collide in revealing American Medical Association controversy

Abstract: The AMA's new push to grapple with health equity highlights a growing consciousness. And it's complicated.

Publication: NBC News

Date Published: June 14, 2021

Author(s): Dr. Esther Choo

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