Health Systems Science

Accelerating Change in Medical Education

Why you need to be a systems thinker in health care

The AMA offers new training to help medical students, residents and practicing doctors look at all parts of medicine and think critically about their interaction.

Improve GME

4 steps for medical residents to spearhead quality improvement

The surest path to positive change is to combine commitment with a proven model for action. Learn how in a module just for physicians in training.

Aletha Maybank, MD, MPH, AMA’s chief health equity officer, speaking at a recent education session at the AMA.

Medical School Diversity

4 ways medical education is working toward health equity

Creating a more equitable health care system will be a long journey. Find out more from the AMA about the role medical education is playing.

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Transition to Practice

Anatomy of a lawsuit: What medical residents need to know

A medical liability case can represent a years-long trek through the legal system. Understand the basics before getting to the courthouse door.

Patient Support & Advocacy

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

The AMA offers new training to help medical students, residents and practicing physicians understand and improve patient safety.

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Accelerating Change in Medical Education

Medical students: Find your place in fast-moving health systems

The health care system is changing fast, and future physicians need to understand their role and ethical obligations in helping ensure patients’ health and well-being is maximized, while the costs are minimized, in an environment that provides a p

Accelerating Change in Medical Education