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Medical student leadership opportunities

Take on leadership opportunities at the local, state or national levels to represent medical students and address their concerns—download PDFs or applications in DOCX format.

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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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Succeeding in Medical School
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Apply for medical school scholarships

Choose among several scholarships and fellowships the AMA offers.

Preparing for Medical School
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AMA awards research grants to advance the study of women in medicine

During Women in Medicine Month, the AMA Women Physicians Section and AMA Foundation announce winners of 2023 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women.

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Most surgeons are men. Is surgical instrument size a reason why?

Instruments that are too big can pose ergonomic challenges for surgeons with smaller hands. Learn with the AMA about new research on this topic.

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4 ways the AMA fights for patients and physicians in court

In recent legal battles, the AMA Litigation Center has provided an expert witness, filed amicus briefs, financed a lawsuit and served as a plaintiff.

Judicial Advocacy
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These 11 doctors are moving medicine forward. Find out how.

Learn about an inspiring group of physicians whose advocacy, research and volunteerism serve as shining examples for all of medicine.

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This resident psychiatrist stakes her claim as physician leader

AMA member Avani K. Patel, MD, MHA, has faced many biases throughout her journey in medicine. But they have only pushed her to accomplish even more.  

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Women in Medicine Month award winners

During Women in Medicine Month, honorees are announced for the AMA Inspiration Award and winners announced for the Giambalvo grant.

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