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  Melissa Joy Tracy, MD, of Rush University Medical Center, explains why hormone-replacement therapy (HRT) might be right for some women.
  
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  Living kidney donation is a personal, yet powerful decision. Jennifer George, MD, of HCA Healthcare, shares more about being a living kidney donor.
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  Find resources on the annual prescription renewal system.
  
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  Find training resources and CME modules for the AMA Guides® to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment.
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  International Medical Graduate experience in medicine
  
  Take a look at the crucial role of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in our nation's health care landscape and how the AMA is working to support IMGs.
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- As USMLE Step 1 pass rates dip, take these study tips to heart
  
  Even in pass-fail format, the exam remains a unique challenge for medical students. Here’s how to stay ahead on test prep and pass on your first try.
  
  AMA helps you from medical school graduation to residency
  
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  The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about physician onboarding.
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  House introduces AMA-supported legislation to alter portions of physician-owned hospital ban and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.
  
  April 18, 2025: State Advocacy Update
  
  Michigan legislators urged to help physicians address burnout and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.
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  September 2025 Practice Innovation Boot Camp
  
  This two-day boot camp, Sept. 17-18, 2025, will equip attendees with the time-saving tools and strategies to reform their organizations and enhance professional satisfaction.
  
  ChangeMedEd® 2025
  
  ChangeMedEd® is a national conference that brings together leaders and innovators to accelerate change in medical education across the continuum. Learn more.
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  The 2024 SSS Interim Meeting will be held Nov. 8-12, at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida.
  
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  About the Council on Science & Public Health (CSAPH)
  
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  2025 WPS Annual Meeting agenda & resources
  
  Find the agenda, documents and more information for the 2025 WPS Annual Meeting on June 6 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
  
  2025 IMGS Annual Meeting agenda & resources
  
  Find the agenda PDF, documents and more for the 2025 IMGS Annual Meeting on June 6 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
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  Learn about the AMA's awards and scholarships for physicians, medical students and residents and download the application PDF.
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