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How physician specialty choices change between M2 and graduation

Survey data shows that most medical students change their specialty choices, and there are clear trends in which specialties are the beneficiaries.

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Specialty Profiles
Succeeding in Medical School
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How the AMA helps medical students become better physicians

Leadership skills gained through the AMA help medical students propel their careers in medicine. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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What you need to know to get started as a medical student leader

Learn from two AMA members about why organized medicine is an ideal venue in which medical students can build their leadership skills.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 ways make your medical student advocacy a reality

Write an op-ed, educate your lawmakers, get active in organized medicine, shape AMA policy—and boost your leadership credentials while you’re at it.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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What I wish I knew in medical school about succeeding as an M1

Family medicine resident Mohammed Ibrahim, DO, reflects on what he wishes he knew in medical school about studying and self-care as an M1.

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Med Student Health
Succeeding in Medical School
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Finding research experiences to make your medical student CV shine

Research experiences are not simply a field in the MYERAS platform. They can be a key factor in landing a residency interview. 

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Transition to Attending
Succeeding in Medical School
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How to prep for a competitive physician specialty as an M1, M2

There is a lot you can do before clinical clerkship to boost your chances of matching in your dream specialty. Follow your passion with these tips.

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Specialty Profiles
The Road to Residency
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Federation representation in the MSS

Find information about the responsibilities and terms of service for the student member Federation representation in the MSS and how to apply.

Med School Life
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5 tips for medical students looking to get an op-ed published

One way to advocate on behalf of patients and move medicine forward is through op-eds. Follow your passions, tell a story and make it timely.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School