AAMA Podcast

Insights and discussions for the future of the CMA (AAMA) Credential

American Association of Medical Assistants

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 an inside look at the proposed CMA (AAMA), I.V. micro-credential, a powerful step toward expanding clinical competencies and elevating the role of medical assistants nationwide.

Links:

AAMA Website 

Information on the CMA (AAMA) Credential

"The Present and Future of the Medical Assisting Profession" - from the July/August issue of Medical Assisting Today