Megan Ranney, MD, Hilary E. Fairbrother, MD, and Faizah Shareef

Public Health

3 women in medicine whose lane is preventing gun violence

As the fight for better research and strong background checks continues, three women in medicine are taking strong stances to protect their patients from harm.

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Diabetes

Study uncovers critical area where medical students fall short

Most medical students fail to correctly answer basics about chronic conditions that affect more than 100 million Americans. Learn more from the AMA on the knowledge gaps.

Manna M. Varghese

Leadership

Members Move Medicine: Creating change is not a futile effort

After AMA member Manna M. Varghese’s grandfather’s death, she vowed to become a physician who supports patients in the hardest and most vulnerable times of their lives.

Aleesha Shaik, MD, MPH

Leadership

Members Move Medicine: Giving a voice to those without homes

AMA member Aleesha Shaik, MD, MPH, started a project to speak with homeless people across the country and better understand this public health crisis.

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Interim Meeting

AMA meetings app FAQs

Use the AMA meeting app during the Annual or Interim Meetings for comprehensive information about activities and events.

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Medical School Life

How health advocacy brings new dimension to your med school life

You're looking to create change in the medical field while you're a student. Find out why it’s rewarding from those who currently are making waves

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Medical School Life

Medical student leadership opportunities

Take on leadership opportunities at the local, state or national levels to represent medical students and address their concerns.

Damani Mcintosh-Clarke

Leadership

Members Move Medicine: Targeting “obesogenic” environment in U.S.

This country makes it harder for people to avoid obesity. AMA member and third-year medical student Damani Mcintosh-Clarke is working to change that.

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