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⏰ Tomorrow is the final day to submit your 2026 AAMA Excel Awards nomination! The Excel Awards recognize outstanding medical assistants and state societies whose leadership, service, and dedication strengthen the medical assisting profession. aama-ntl.org/annual-conferen…

⏰ Tomorrow is the final day to submit your 2026 AAMA Excel Awards nomination! The Excel Awards recognize outstanding medical assistants and state societies whose leadership, service, and dedication strengthen the medical assisting profession. aama-ntl.org/annual-conferen…

Wherever you are in your professional journey—preparing for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam, maintaining your credential through continuing education, or maximizing the benefits of AAMA membership—the AAMA is committed to supporting your continued growth.

For 70 years, the AAMA has been more than an association—it has been a community dedicated to medical assistants. As we celebrate 70 years of the AAMA, we’re honored to share the stories and voices that have shaped our history and continue to inspire our future.

This latest issue of Medical Assisting Today features 3.5 CEUs, timely articles on patient education and medical billing, and stories that celebrate the impact of CMAs (AAMA) while keeping you informed on important topics affecting the profession. aama-ntl.org/publications/me…

Medical assistants play an important role in promoting prevention of prenatal alcohol exposure and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, reducing stigma, and supporting patients with compassionate, evidence-based care. ow.ly/VNAG50Zlg3e

If your certification expires between May 31 and July 31, 2026, consider submitting your CEUs, answer sheets, and recertification fee as early as possible. Stay ahead of the deadline and maintain your credential with confidence: aama-ntl.org/certification/r…

#MedicalAssistants do much more than assist during patient appointments. The versatility of medical assistants is what makes them an essential part of today’s health care workforce.

Medical assistants play an important role in collecting, labeling, handling, and documenting blood specimens with accuracy and care. Every step helps ensure that blood donations and laboratory testing have the greatest impact on patients who need them most.

Medical assistants play an important role in collecting, labeling, handling, and documenting blood specimens with accuracy and care. Every step helps ensure that blood donations and laboratory testing have the greatest impact on patients who need them most.

🎓 You’ve finished school. Now it’s time to take the next step. Access a variety of AAMA resources to help you prepare for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam via the AAMA website: aama-ntl.org/certification/p…

Some of the strongest friendships in medical assisting begin with a shared passion for caring for others. From conference laughs and chapter meetings to late-night study sessions and career milestones, the connections built through the AAMA often become lifelong friendships.

From assisting with vision screenings and documenting eye health concerns to educating patients on eyewear care and preventive health practices, medical assistants play an important role in supporting eye care across the health care team.

Don’t wait until the final countdown to start preparing your recertification plan. Whether you’re earning CEUs through conferences, online courses, or state society events, every point gets you one step closer to staying current and certified. aama-ntl.org/certification/r…

Please join us in congratulating the 2025–2026 recipients of the Maxine Williams Scholarship in Honor of Crystal Coleman, CMA (AAMA)! 🎉✨

Explore this month’s featured discount AAMA CEU course: “Ebb in Flow: Sickle Cell Disease Draws Multiple Challenges to the Surface.” 💻 Available now in the AAMA e-Learning Center at discounted pricing: ow.ly/G1hJ50Z6pkS

The official logo for the 70th AAMA Annual Conference was thoughtfully designed to reflect both the spirit of Reno, Nevada, and the significance of this milestone year for the AAMA. Which hidden detail or design element is your favorite?

🎧 A new special episode of the AAMA Podcast is here! This episode is a celebration of leadership, connection, and the members who continue shaping the story of the AAMA. Every chapter matters—and this conversation is part of the story. 🔗 Listen now: buzzsprout.com/2314257/episo…

Memorial Day is a time to honor the heroes who gave everything in service to our nation. At the same time, we recognize the many medical assistants who continue the spirit of service through compassionate care, support, and dedication to patients every day.