The AMA Resident and Fellow Section (RFS) held its annual meeting on Friday, June 7 in Chicago with more than 70 residents and fellows representing 19 states and 24 specialty societies.
Reports & resolutions
Reports & resolutions
The RFS Assembly considered nine reports and 24 resolutions prompting robust discussion on important issues affecting trainees such as unionization, Public Service Loan Forgiveness reform, and support for paid sick leave.
The section immediately transmitted one resolution to the House of Delegates for consideration at its June 2024 Meeting. Learn more about these and other policies considered by the AMA House of Delegates.
The RFS Governing Council for 2024-2025 includes:
- Dayna Isaacs, MD, MPH, vice chair
- Joey Whelihan, MD, delegate
- Tristan Mackey, MD, alternate delegate
- Jacob Altholz, MD, speaker
- Danielle Rivera, MD, vice speaker
- Mohammad Ibrahim, DO, member at-large
Upcoming leadership opportunities
Upcoming leadership opportunities
Find upcoming leadership opportunities on the RFS Standing Committees, include: Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI), Medical Education, Public Health, Business and Economics, and more. Applications are due July 19.
AMA Research Challenge call for abstracts and judges
AMA Research Challenge call for abstracts and judges
The largest national, multi-specialty medical research conference for medical students and residents is now accepting abstracts. Enter for the chance to showcase your research, include on your CV and win a $10,000 grand prize presented by Laurel Road. Deadline is July 16. Physician members are also invited to review and score abstracts. Participation is virtual and a two-hour time commitment starting late July through mid-August. Learn more.
Thank you for your ongoing engagement and dedication to our section!
