Brazilian Medical Association

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Brazilian Medical Association (Associação Médica Brasileira in Portuguese, abbreviated as AMB) is a professional non-profit organization that represents physicians in Brazil. Founded in 1951, the AMB is dedicated to improving the practice of medicine, the quality of health care, and the health of the Brazilian population.

History

The Brazilian Medical Association was established on January 26, 1951, in the city of São Paulo. The organization was founded by a group of physicians who were committed to advancing the medical profession in Brazil. Since its inception, the AMB has grown to become one of the most influential medical organizations in the country.

Structure

The AMB is composed of various specialty societies that represent different areas of medicine. These societies work together to promote the interests of their members and to advance the field of medicine in Brazil. The AMB also has regional branches in each of the 27 federative units of the country.

Activities

The Brazilian Medical Association is involved in a wide range of activities. These include advocating for physicians and patients, promoting medical research, and providing continuing education for physicians. The AMB also plays a key role in setting standards for medical practice in Brazil.

Advocacy

One of the main roles of the AMB is to advocate for physicians and patients. This includes lobbying for better working conditions for physicians, promoting patient rights, and advocating for improvements in the health care system.

Medical Research

The AMB promotes medical research in Brazil. This includes funding research projects, publishing research findings, and promoting collaboration among researchers.

Education

The Brazilian Medical Association provides continuing education for physicians. This includes organizing conferences, seminars, and workshops, as well as providing online resources for physicians to keep up-to-date with the latest developments in medicine.

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