AMA Conference Papers
Learn to cite medical society meetings, clinical research presentations, and healthcare conferences using the AMA citation style.
Basic Conference Paper Format
AMA style uses numerical citations for conference papers. Include comprehensive presentation details, conference information, and publishing details.
Standard Format:
Author AA. Title of presentation. Paper presented at: Conference Name; Month Date, Year; Location.
Medical Society Meetings
American Medical Association Annual Meeting:
1. Johnson MK, Smith AR, Wilson PJ. Evidence-based approaches to preventive medicine in primary care. Paper presented at: American Medical Association Annual Meeting; June 9-13, 2023; Chicago, IL.
In-text citation: Preventive medicine strategies show promise¹.
Specialty Society Conference:
2. Rodriguez CA, Thompson LK. Innovations in cardiovascular surgery: minimally invasive techniques. Paper presented at: American College of Cardiology Scientific Session; March 4-6, 2023; New Orleans, LA.
In-text citation: Surgical innovations continue to evolve².
International Medical Conference:
3. Chen L, Anderson PJ, Brown KE, et al. Global perspectives on infectious disease management. Paper presented at: World Health Organization Global Health Conference; September 15-18, 2023; Geneva, Switzerland.
In-text citation: International collaboration enhances outcomes³.
Clinical Research Presentations
Clinical Trial Results:
4. Miller JD, Foster EM, Garcia SR. Phase III clinical trial results: novel therapeutic approach to Alzheimer's disease. Paper presented at: Alzheimer's Association International Conference; July 16-20, 2023; Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Case Study Presentation:
5. Williams SK, Lee JH. Rare disease diagnosis: multidisciplinary approach to complex cases. Paper presented at: Society for Healthcare Quality Annual Conference; October 8-11, 2023; Denver, CO.
Research Methodology Workshop:
6. Parker BJ, Clarke DN, Martinez AG. Advanced biostatistical methods in clinical research design. Paper presented at: International Conference on Healthcare Research Methods; November 12-15, 2023; Toronto, Canada.
Abstract and Poster Presentations
Conference Abstract:
7. Roberts KL, Harrison TR. Biomarker identification in early-stage pancreatic cancer [abstract]. Paper presented at: American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting; June 2-6, 2023; Chicago, IL. Abstract 4567.
Scientific Poster:
8. Thompson EK, Wilson RJ, Davis MN. Quality improvement initiatives in hospital readmission reduction [poster]. Paper presented at: Institute for Healthcare Improvement National Forum; December 10-13, 2023; Orlando, FL. Poster P-234.
Virtual and Digital Conferences
Virtual Medical Conference:
9. Lopez CM, Taylor SJ. Telemedicine implementation in rural healthcare settings. Paper presented at: American Telemedicine Association Virtual Conference; May 14-16, 2023; virtual event.
Online Medical Education Symposium:
10. International Medical Education Consortium. Competency-based medical education: global implementation strategies. Paper presented at: World Conference on Medical Education; August 21-23, 2023; virtual event.
Published Conference Proceedings
Peer-Reviewed Conference Paper:
11. Anderson KL, Foster JP, Richardson MK. Artificial intelligence applications in diagnostic imaging. In: Proceedings of the American College of Radiology Annual Meeting. Reston, VA: American College of Radiology; 2023:145-152.
Conference Supplement Publication:
12. Morris BL, Hughes TN. Precision medicine approaches in oncology practice. J Clin Oncol. 2023;41(16_suppl):3456. Paper presented at: American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting; June 2-6, 2023; Chicago, IL.
AMA Conference Citation Guidelines
Presentation Details:
Include complete presentation information: exact dates, conference location, and official conference name. Use "Paper presented at:" format for consistency.
Author Listing:
Follow AMA author guidelines: list all authors up to 6, then use "et al." for more. Include degrees and institutional affiliations when relevant to medical context.
Abstract and Poster Designations:
Clearly identify abstracts and posters with appropriate designations in brackets. Include abstract or poster numbers when available.
Medical Conference Hierarchy:
Prioritize conferences based on medical relevance:
- Major medical society annual meetings (AMA, AHA, ASCO)
- Specialty-specific conferences with peer review
- International medical organizations (WHO, WFME)
- Regional medical societies with published proceedings
- Medical education and quality improvement conferences
Evidence Level Considerations:
Consider the evidence level of conference presentations. Peer-reviewed proceedings carry more weight than abstract-only presentations for clinical decision-making.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
When available, note any conflict of interest disclosures, especially for pharmaceutical or device-related presentations. This supports transparent evidence evaluation.