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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Information for Internists
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19):
Information for Internists
COVID-19: An ACP Physician's Guide
Updated April 15, 2021
This ACP-produced resource can be easily accessed on handheld devices and provides a clinical overview of infection control and patient care guidance. CME credit and MOC points available. Now includes vaccination information and resources.
ACP is working to support the internal medicine community during this global pandemic by providing practical tools and information, and vigorously advocating to address the needs of ACP members and their patients.
COVID-19 Vaccination Information & Resources
ACP's COVID-19 vaccination resources provide guidance in the realms of clinical, public, and ethical policy, as well as educational materials and recent developments concerning COVID-19 vaccines and their distribution.
COVID-19 Practice Management Resources
These resources are intended to help practices manage the non-clinical aspects of the pandemic.
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Incorporation of Telemedicine into Your Practice
ACP's new online CME program provides crucial information to physicians looking to begin or expand the use of telemedicine during the COVID-19 outbreak. It includes guidance about coding and using telehealth, CME/MOC is free to ACP members.
More on Telemedicine:
Policies & Guidelines
Clinical and Public Policy
- ACP Policy Statement on Wearing Masks in Community Settings
- ACP Policy Statement on the Provision, Distribution, and Payment of COVID-19 Vaccines
- ACP Supports ACIP Recommendation for Second COVID-19 Vaccine
- ACP Supports ACIP Recommendation for COVID-19 Vaccination
- Ethical Allocation of Vaccines During Pandemics Including COVID-19
- Wearing Masks to Reduce Transmission of COVID-19
- Partial Resumption of Economic, Health Care and Other Activities While Mitigating COVID-19 Risk and Expanding System Capacity
ACP Practice Points
- What Is the Antibody Response and Role in Conferring Natural Immunity After SARS-CoV-2 Infection?
- Should Remdesivir Be Used for the Treatment of Patients With COVID-19? (Version 2)
- Use of N95, Surgical, and Cloth Masks to Prevent COVID-19 in Health Care and Community Settings
- Evidence Does Not Support Chloroquine or HCQ Use Alone or in Combination with Azithromycin as Prophylaxis for COVID-19
Latest from Annals of Internal Medicine View All
Latest from Annals of Internal Medicine Latest Advocacy from ACP View All
- ACP Letter to CMS on COVID-19 Vaccine Counseling 3/16/2021
- Internists Say American Rescue Plan Will Help Improve Health Care 3/10/2021
- ACP Supports ACIP Recommendation for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine 3/2/2021
- ACP Expresses Support for Legislation to Increase Health Care Access and Combat the COVID-19 Pandemic 2/10/2021
- Internists Call Biden Administration Actions to Protect Scientific Integrity, Combat Climate Change Promising Sign 1/27/2021
- Internists Applaud Swift Action on COVID-19 by Biden Administration 1/22/2021
- Internists Say Initial Steps of Biden Administration Will Improve Health in the U.S. 1/21/2021
- ACP Supports Plan Outlined by President-elect Biden to Address the COVID-19 Pandemic with Focus on Helping Those Underserved 1/15/2021
- ACP Urges Ethical Allocation of COVID-19 Vaccines, Says Medical Need Should Govern Prioritization 1/13/2021
Ethical Considerations from ACP
Statements
- Ethical Allocation of Vaccines During Pandemics Including COVID-19
- Internists Say Harassment Based on Race or Ethnic Origin Is Never Okay
- Internists Say Prioritization, Allocation of Resources and Stewardship Must Not Result in Discrimination During COVID-19 Emergency
Ethics Manual: Seventh Edition
- The Patient–Physician Relationship and Health Care System Catastrophes
- Medical Risk to Physician and Patient
Case Study
COVID-19: What's Next?
Preparing for the second wave
This self-directed activity from the Society of Critical Care Medicine offers the latest information and clinical knowledge as the virus continues to spread. View the educational sessions and presentations from the live event from the convenience of your home or office, including plenary lectures by Anthony S. Fauci, MD and ADM. Brett P. Giroir, MD. ACP is a sponsor of this activity. Learn More
Stay Informed with Podcasts
Infectious Diseases Society of America Podcasts
ACP is supporting the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) on their weekly podcast series to keep members informed regarding the COVID-19 situation.
Latest Episode
ACP Podcasts
Pregnancy, Lactation, and the COVID-19 Vaccines
Published February 23, 2021
Vaccine Hesitancy: Choosing Our Battles
Published January 19, 2021
A Primer on COVID-19 Vaccines
Published November 24, 2020
Remdesivir as Treatment for COVID-19
Published November 5, 2020
Webinars Presented by ACP
Most Recent Webinar
Resident Well-Being During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about new and stressful challenges for residents. To help support your well-being during this unprecedented time, Irene Aluen-Metzner, MD, FACP; Suja Mathew, MD, FACP; and Benjamin Mba, MBBS, FACP, explore how the pandemic is impacting residents emotionally and physically, as well as how it is affecting their training and career goals. Learn strategies and discover resources to help support your well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Past Webinar Recordings
- COVID-19, Moving Forward Together
- Innovations in the Care of Outpatients with COVID-19 CME Available
- Addressing and Supporting Physician Mental Health during Challenging Times CME Available
- Revving Up Your Telemedicine Practice in the Time of COVID
- COVID-19: Practical Advice and Support from Internists on the Front Lines CME Available
