Brendan Murphy
AMA Affiliated Groups
- News Writer,
- Authors
Brendan Murphy joined the AMA in 2016. Prior to joining the writing team at AMA Wire, he reported on various topics, including health care. His work has appeared in The Wednesday Journal, Columbia Missourian, Vine Line and ESPN.com, among other publications. He is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism.
Transition to Practice
COVID-19 forces second look at 3 physician employment contract details
Residents and fellows entering practice should consider these physician contract elements in a new light given how the pandemic unfolded.
Preparing for Medical School
May 2021: Kaplan MCAT stumpers put premeds to the test
Long-term memory, carboxylic acids and ion channels. Prep for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) with these questions from Kaplan.
Residency
How demands on residency applicants are growing
Data show medical students are asked to do more to earn a training spot. Time to focus more on making great doctors, not better residency applicants.
Match
2021 Residency Match: Examining outcomes for SOAP, IMGs
Learn with the AMA about notable trends this year in the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP) and among international medical graduates (IMGs).
Preparing for Medical School
Top tips for premeds on getting into medical school
No matter where you are in your potential pursuit of a career as a physician, learn what it takes to create a portfolio that will stand out with admissions offices.
Medical School Life
How medical students can shape medicine—in pandemic and beyond
Learn why medical students’ passion and energy are badly needed to make health care more accessible, more affordable and equitable for all Americans.
Residency
Considering fellowship? Check in on the latest applicant trends
About 20% of physicians failed to find a fellowship match. Learn how to put the disappointment in perspective.
Preparing for Medical School
April 2021 Kaplan MCAT stumpers put premeds to the test
Energy storage, denaturation of proteins, and pattern recognition. Prep for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) with these questions from Kaplan.
