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Why IMG physicians are vital to U.S. health security

U.S. resumes visa processing so IMGs can join COVID-19 fight

AMA membership for ECFMG-certified IMGs

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AMA: Withdraw plan to deport med students in online-only programs

Trump administration plan to deport foreign students enrolled in online-only classes is an ill-advised action in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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AMA implores change proposed regulation on international students

The AMA urged Trump administration officials to reconsider its regulation on international students that could jeopardize the status of current medical students.

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AMA COVID-19 daily video update: Vital role residents play in health care during pandemic

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by recognizing the important role residents play in the health care system during COVID-19 and beyond.

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International Medical Education

Why IMG physicians are vital to U.S. health security

The Trump proclamation blocking international medical graduates from entering the U.S. to train is not in the country’s best interest during a pandemic.

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AMA in the News: May 2020

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for May 2020.

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AMA fighting for IMG physicians on several fronts with many allies

The U.S. needs to deploy every available doctor to combat COVID-19. The AMA’s advocacy for international medical graduates is helping make that happen.

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COVID-19: National Physician Town hall questions on IMGs

Get answers to how AMA is advocating for IMGs on issues such as immigration status, visas and options for completing training.

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