In this month's episode, we explore the deeply human side of cancer care - from discovery to treatment and every raw moment in between. Dr. Joeseph Perez, a family medicine physician in Pen Argly, PA and 2025-2026 AAMA Board of Trustees Physician Liaison, shares his firsthand experiences working with his medical assisting team and the roles they play in supporting their patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. We're also honored to hear the courageous ...

In this episode, we’re joined by Donald Balasa, CEO and Legal Counsel of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), and Katie Gottwaldt, Director of Certification, for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of medical assisting. Together, they discuss critical workforce trends, the shrinking pipeline of accredited training programs, and how the AAMA is innovating to meet today’s healthcare demands. Learn how the CMA (AAMA) credential stands apart from other certifications—and get...

Celebrating the conclusion of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, we sit down with John Kennedy, MD, president of the AMGA Foundation and chief medical officer of AMGA, and Trevor Maxwell, founder and CEO of Man Up to Cancer. Dr. Kennedy discusses his work with the NCCRT collaborative and its goal to increase colorectal cancer screening rates, and Maxwell shares his story as both a colorectal cancer patient and founder of a nationwide support group for men undergoing cancer treatment ...

In this episode, AAMA social media and marketing manager Felicia Eldridge sits down with Paula Purdy, CMA (AAMA), 2015–2016 AAMA president, current president-elect of the Oregon Society of Medical Assistants, and director of clinic services at MyTeam Medical Staffing. With years of leadership experience, Paula shares her expert advice for medical assistants on crafting the perfect résumé and acing interviews. From highlighting clinical skills and certifications to preparing for a succe...

In our inaugural episode of the AAMA Podcast, we speak with Don Balasa, JD, MBA, CEO and Legal Counsel for the American Association of Medical Assistants about the current legal challenges and trends as they pertain to the medical assisting profession. Links: AAMA Website State Scope of Practice Laws Public Affairs Articles, written by Don Balasa, JD, MBA AAMA Advisory Service Program: The Advisory ​Service was created by legal experts, practice managers, registered nurses, medical staffing...