AMA Foundation

Eric Cheon, MD, a 2009 AMA Foundation medical research seed grant recipient.
The AMA Foundation established the Seed Grant Research Program in 2000 to encourage medical students, physician residents and fellows to enter the research field.

Richard Bransford, MD, recipient of the 2010 Dr. Nathan Davis International Award in Medicine.
Dr. Bransford has spent a lifetime transforming the lives of disabled children in Africa through Bethany Kids Center at Kijabe Hospital, which includes 14 outreach clinics across Kenya.
James Milam, MD, past president of the Illinois State Medical Society and AMA Foundation donor.
2010 Minority Scholars Award recipients at the AMA Annual Meeting.
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Improving the health of Americans through philanthropic support of quality programs in public health and medical education. |
Public Health
Dedicated to improving the health of all Americans, the AMA Foundation supports public education campaigns and community service efforts across the country.
Medical Education
Today’s medical students and residents face greater financial pressures than ever before. The AMA Foundation provides financial assistance to deserving medical students and residents through scholarships and grants.


