Definition of AMA

AMA: The American Medical Association. The AMA's
mission statement proclaims:
"We are the Voice of the American Medical Profession.
"We are the partnership of physicians and their professional
associations dedicated to promoting the art and science of medicine
and the betterment of public health.
"We serve the physicians and their patients by establishing
and promoting ethical, educational, and clinical standards for the
medical profession and by advocating for the highest principle of
all--the integrity of the physician/patient relationship."

Definition of Alternative medical system

Alternative medical system: A system of alternative medicine built upon a complete system of theory and practice. Often, such systems have evolved apart from and earlier than the conventional medical approach used in the US or Europe. Alternative medical systems may have evolved in Western or non-Western cultures. Examples of alternative medical systems that have developed in Western cultures include homeopathic medicine and naturopathic medicine. Examples of systems that have developed in non-Western cultures include traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda.

Definition of Accessibility of services

Accessibility of services: The ability to get medical care and services when needed.