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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 January 15, 2021 - New Vaccine Resources
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.
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 Vaccine Forum III: Allocation & Distribution
January 22, 2021, 4-5:30 p.m. ET
The American College of Physicians and Annals of Internal Medicine will hold a third virtual, live event, COVID-19 Vaccine Forum III—Allocation & Distribution: What Physicians Need to Know. A panel of experts will provide practical information related to what physicians and other health care professionals need to know about the allocation and distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. Register Now.
Previous Vaccine Forums: Vaccine Forum II: Promoting Vaccination | Vaccine Forum I: What Physicians Need to Know
COVID-19 Practice Management Resources
This toolkit is intended to help practices now and in the coming weeks make adjustments due to COVID-19.
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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
Latest from Annals of Internal Medicine View All
Latest from Annals of Internal Medicine Latest Advocacy from ACP View All
- 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
- ACP Says Requirements for Masks in Community Settings Should be Expanded to Reduce Transmission of COVID-19 1/13/2021
- ACP Makes Recommendations on COVID-19 Vaccine Provision, Distribution and Payment 1/12/2021
- In an Unprecedented Move, Seven National Primary Care Organizations Launch Joint Vision to Rewire Primary Care Financing 12/23/2020
- ACP Says COVID-19 Relief Legislation Advances Essential Policies to Support Patients and Physicians 12/22/2020
- Internists Support Framework for the Ethical Allocation of COVID-19 and Other Vaccines During Pandemic 11/24/2020
- Internists Say Timely Presidential Transition Important to Public Health during COVID-19 Pandemic 11/16/2020
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
A Primer on COVID-19 Vaccines
Published November 24, 2020
Remdesivir as Treatment for COVID-19
Published November 5, 2020
COVID Management Update
Published September 30, 2020
Regulatory T Cells: Treatment for COVID-19?
Published September 1, 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
