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4 key student-loan terms that medical students should know

Medical students can take hold of their financial futures by understanding these essential terms and concepts related to student-loan repayment.

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Medical Student Finance
Succeeding in Medical School

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More transparency coming on outcomes for med school grads

The AMA has adopted policy to support new federal rules taking effect in October at medical schools and other higher-ed institutions.

Medical School Life
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Medical school scholarships—5 things medical students should know

When looking for medical school scholarship funding, one faculty member offers a playbook for students that leaves no stone unturned.

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Preparing for Medical School
Succeeding in Medical School
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What I wish I knew in medical school about student-loan repayment

After graduating medical school with $250,000 in student debt, Chirag Shah, MD, passes along key lessons to today’s medical students.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
Succeeding in Medical School
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3 tips to effectively manage debt during physician residency

As resident physicians begin their careers, they are trying to build their credit and avoid high-interest consumer debt. Here’s how to prioritize.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
Thriving in Residency
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AMA policy: Council on Medical Education reports

Download PDFs of reports on this topic from the Council on Medical Education presented during the AMA Interim and Annual Meetings.

Council on Medical Education
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AMA in the News: July 2024

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for July 2024.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
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Give Indian Health Service physicians a head start on loan forgiveness

With high medical student-loan debt, doctors entering Indian Health Service face low pay. AMA calls for improving their access to loan forgiveness.

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Thriving in Residency
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AMA House of Delegates adopts policy on medical education

The AMA House of Delegates adopted policies intended to reduce financial burdens for medical school graduates and support the mental health and wellness of medical trainees.

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