Medical student programs: Advocacy
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How to find advocacy opportunities in medical school

Advocacy is a central pillar of AMA's efforts, and medical students can play a critical role while growing as leaders, influencers and community organizers. Learn more.

Med Student Advocacy
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Looking to find time for medical student advocacy? Here’s how

To succeed in medical school while shining as a medical student advocate requires identifying your priorities. Get tips on how to do it effectively.

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Med Student Advocacy
Succeeding in Medical School
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What I wish I knew about residency program research in medical school

The first step to landing a physician residency position is picking the right programs. David Lee, MD, shares tips on his targeted approach to applying.

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Transition to Residency
Succeeding in Medical School
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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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Publishing Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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3 ways the AMA enables medical students to grow as advocates

Learn from AMA member medical students about how easy it is to get involved, create change and bolster your advocacy and leadership credentials.

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Med Student Advocacy
Succeeding in Medical School
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How medical students are leading the charge on street medicine

People without homes have a hard time accessing medical care. Two AMA members are making a difference and sharing what they’ve learned.

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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How medical student advocacy in 2023 will reshape medicine’s future

New AMA policies will shift the course of physician training on matters such as compassionate leave. Learn how AMA member medical students led the way.

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Med Student Advocacy
Succeeding in Medical School
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Advocacy in Action Workshop information

The Advocacy in Action Workshop, held annually in October, is an event that underscores the critical role that medical students play in advocating for positive changes within health care.

Medical Students
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How this medical student led way to battle mental health stigma

Find out how a third-year medical student crafted recently adopted AMA policy to boost well-being in physician residency.

Med Student Advocacy