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Each September, the AMA Women Physicians Section (WPS) honors physicians who have offered their time, wisdom and support to advance women with careers in medicine.

Join us for educational content, leadership resources and opportunities to celebrate women in medicine. 

Women Physicians Section (WPS)

The WPS contributes to AMA policy and program development on issues of importance to women physicians.

Find different ways you can get involved during Women in Medicine Month. Share your sentiments on social media, learn about the 2022 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women, honor the 2022 Inspiration Award recipients and more.

The AMA recognizes that gender inequity in medicine is a complex issue that requires a multilayered approach. Explore more about this topic, and how the medical profession can better support women’s success and well-being.

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