Dr. John Whyte is a nationally recognized physician leader, public health communicator, and healthcare innovator. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Vice President of the American Medical Association (AMA), where he leads the organization’s mission to advance the art and science of medicine and improve the health of the nation.

A board-certified internist, Dr. Whyte earned his MD from the University of Pennsylvania and his Master of Public Health from Harvard University. His distinguished career spans leadership roles across some of the most influential healthcare institutions in the United States. He has served as a Director at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as well as positions at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

Prior to his role at the AMA, Dr. Whyte was the Chief Medical Officer at WebMD, where he became a trusted voice for evidence-based health information and patient education, reaching millions through his accessible communication style and media presence.

Known for his ability to bridge clinical medicine, public policy, and health communication, Dr. Whyte has dedicated his career to helping people make informed decisions about their health — embodying the rare combination of leadership, compassion, and clarity that defines the very best of medicine.