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Patient safety: How to discuss it, how to respond when harm occurs

A course in the AMA Health Systems Science Learning Series empowers medical students to understand and improve patient safety. 

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Prevention & Wellness
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Medical school academic anxiety more common, detrimental for women

The gender gap shows up in the preclerkship phase of medical school, research shows. Learn how to address anxiety with a better approach to test prep.

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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To ace clinical clerkships, medical students must master 5 traits

As medical students enter clinical clerkships, they face new time demands and learning dynamics. These behaviors can help you stand out. 

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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3 time-management methods every new medical student must know

Time-management strategies such as the interval-driven Pomodoro Technique help medical students increase concentration and maximize study efficiency.

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School

Making the Rounds

Get the latest advice, interviews and discussions on the most important topics affecting the lives and careers of medical students and residents.

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What medical students should understand about quality improvement

The AMA offers training to help medical students, residents and doctors learn how to make lasting improvements in the quality of care.

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ChangeMedEd Initiative
Succeeding in Medical School
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Real time or 2x? How med students consume preclerkship lectures

One-third of second-year medical students said they attend in-person lectures infrequently. What are they missing by watching them online?

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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3 tips for getting the most out of feedback in medical school

For medical students, a proactive approach to feedback is essential for boosting their skills in a manner that fosters lasting professional growth. 

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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As USMLE Step 1 pass rates dip, take these study tips to heart

Even in pass-fail format, the exam remains a unique challenge for medical students. Here’s how to stay ahead on test prep and pass on your first try.

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School
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7 timeless tips for not squandering USMLE Step 1 study time

These essential Step 1 study tips can help medical students maximize their success in the years, months and days leading up their exam date. 

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Succeed in Med School
Succeeding in Medical School