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Preparing physicians for the world as it is

The effort to understand which conditions foster health—and which create inequities—must be reinforced in medical school and extend throughout a physician’s career.

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Study uncovers critical area where medical students fall short

Most medical students fail to correctly answer basics about chronic conditions that affect more than 100 million Americans. Learn more from the AMA on the knowledge gaps.

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How medical schools are putting high-value care in the spotlight

Tomorrow’s physicians must understand how to implement high-value care, starting in medical school. Learn more from the AMA about three innovative efforts to make that happen.

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4 ways medical education is working toward health equity

Creating a more equitable health care system will be a long journey. Find out more from the AMA about the role medical education is playing.

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Well-being 101: Elevate the conversation

At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, students learn the importance of recognizing one’s limits, but more importantly, not to fear talking about it.

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Your biggest medical school lessons may come from patients

One program is allowing patient experiences to help shape its curriculum—and the next generation of physicians.

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Medical students feeling burned out get a hotline for help

A peer support phone line provided a low-cost accessible solution aimed at relieving the stress of medical school. Learn how students are helping other students.

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How medical students add value to care long before they earn MD

These three medical schools are facilitating medical students’ earlier involvement in clinical care and quality improvement, a win-win for training and health systems.

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4 hazards medical trainees face in hospital “room of horrors”

A safety-focused simulation aims to help medical students and residents identify potential hazards in a hospital room before they cause harm.

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