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Succeeding in medical school

Discover resources and guidance on how to make the most of medical school with the AMA.

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Success in medical school: Research

Conducting and publishing research in medical school is a great way to deepen your medical student experience. Learn more with the AMA.  

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Applying to physician residency programs

Having a mental map of the steps and documentation required to apply to residencies will help ensure a successful journey.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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Job interviewing tips for physician employment

 Ace your physician job interview with our top tips, including how to prepare and how to broach the issues that matter most to you.

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Transitioning to Practice
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Mastering M3: Top questions for your third year of medical school

This AMA FAQ helps medical students navigate the third year of training by offering insight on some common questions.

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Creating a standout medical CV

Learn to write a medical curriculum vitae (CV) to emphasize your discipline-specific professional accomplishments and advance your physician career.

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What I Wish I Knew in Medical School
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Distinguish Yourself speaker series, University of Michigan: What I Wish I Knew in Medical School

Live and in person at the University of Michigan: Join the American Medical Association’s Bobby Mukkamala, MD, for a dynamic keynote presentation: “What In Wish I Knew in Medical School”

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What I Wish I Knew in Medical School
Oct 25, 2022 ·
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Distinguish Yourself speaker series, Georgetown: What I Wish I Knew in Medical School

As part of the Distinguish Yourself speaker series, this event open to Georgetown medical students and faculty will cover today’s burning topics.

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What I Wish I Knew in Medical School
Oct 7, 2022 ·
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Distinguish Yourself speaker series, Midwestern: What I Wish I Knew in Medical School

Join the American Medical Association’s Ilsle R. Levin, DO, for a dynamic keynote on what you need to know as a medical student today.

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