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Considering a research year in medical school? 5 things to know

A research year during medical school affords students more time to follow their scholarly pursuits. Is it the right decision for you?

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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Medical education COVID-19 resource guide

AMA provides guidance and resources for medical residents and fellows, medical students and medical faculty during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Public Health
AMA COVID-19 Guides
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4 ways organized medicine helps medical students grow as leaders

Physician organizations such the AMA give medical students the chance to move medicine. Learn about hundreds of available opportunities.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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How the switch to pass-fail scoring for USMLE Step 1 is going

Without a numerical score, the stakes associated with USMLE Step 1 are lower. Has it changed how medical students approach the test?

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
Succeeding in Medical School
Luis Seija, MD
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Q&A: How the power of stories can help reshape medicine

As the son of a librarian, AMA member Luis Seija, MD, says physicians must go beyond mere facts to make an impact. Learn more with the AMA.

Health Equity
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Impact of past racist policies are seen today in health inequity

A new online series, the National Health Equity Grand Rounds, launched with an examination of how past policies are at the root of modern problems.

Health Equity
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Medical students: Get involved in advocacy and help shape the future of medicine with Kylee Borger

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about how to get involved in advocacy as a medical student.

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Medical Students
AMA Update
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Medical students: Get involved in advocacy and help shape the future of medicine with Kylee Borger [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about how to get involved in advocacy as a medical student.

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Medical Students
AMA Update Podcast
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Prioritizing Equity video series: Advocating for Change in Native Health Policy

Medical student organizers and policy advocates discuss increasing access to care in Native communities and improving care through health policy.

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Health Equity
Prioritizing Equity Video Series