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Medical student research FAQ: Get started, showcase your work

From zero research experience to getting your medical school research published, the AMA answers the questions that medical students have.

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Publishing Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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6 Min Read

What I wish I knew in medical school about student leadership

Former AMA Medical Student Section Chair Karen Dionesotes, MD, MPH, says that leadership experience offered powerful lessons for her clinical career.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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5 Min Read

Winning formula: Why judges pick top medical research projects

Why have past AMA Research Challenge winners stood out? Learn what judges have said and how this year’s entrants can build on that feedback.

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Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 Min Read

Before starting medical school, answer these logistical questions

Roommates? A car? A smooth start to medical school requires connecting with peers online and finding your ideal living arrangement beforehand.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 Min Read

Looking to find time for medical student advocacy? Here’s how

To succeed in medical school while shining as a medical student advocate requires identifying your priorities. Get tips on how to do it effectively.

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Med Student Advocacy
Succeeding in Medical School
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3 Min Read

What you need to know to ace a poster abstract

One expert in the field of medical research gives students and residents pointers on the keys to creating an abstract that will gain attention.

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Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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5 Min Read

Do’s and don’ts for effective patient-physician communication

Poor communication can exacerbate patient mistrust and nonadherence. Expert advice published in JAMA lists examples of what to say—and what to avoid.

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Prevention & Wellness
Succeeding in Medical School
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6 Min Read

What I wish I knew about residency program research in medical school

The first step to landing a physician residency position is picking the right programs. David Lee, MD, shares tips on his targeted approach to applying.

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Prep for Residency
Succeeding in Medical School
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Should you get a dual degree in medical school?

How long does it take to get a master’s degree in med school? What are the advantages of an MD-PhD? Can an MPH impact your career? Physicians weigh in.

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Prep for Residency
Succeeding in Medical School