Med School Life

Succeeding in medical school

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The AMA is your powerful ally from the classroom to Match, through residency and beyond. Through tireless advocacy, meaningful connections and valuable resources, we are helping reshape our health care system to better take care of medical students like you. 

AMA Research Challenge free virtual event

Register to attend this free virtual event to score top-rated research posters and determine the top five finalists, Oct. 22-23.

Discover resources and guidance on how to make the most of medical school with the AMA.

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These 5 essential tools will help you survive medical school

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What I wish I knew in medical school about clinical rotations

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What I wish I knew in medical school about planning a family

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Don’t stress. Learn more about prepping for exams–what to expect, how to study and more.

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As USMLE Step 1 pass rates dip, take these study tips to heart

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USMLE Step 2 FAQs: Study tips to help maximize your score

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What I wish I knew in medical school about shelf-exam prep

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Develop your skills and advocate for patients and the profession. The AMA Medical Student Advocacy Conference (MAC) is a yearly event for medical students to advocate for change on health policy issues that impact medicine.

 Learn more about MAC.

Learn what it takes to stand out among your peers and land your dream residency. 

AMA Research Challenge

AMA Research Challenge

Oct 22 - 23, 2025
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Medical student leadership opportunities

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The AMA Road to Residency Guide

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FEATURED STORIES FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS

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Pros, cons of staying at home program for physician residency

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How and when medical students should seek early clinical exposure

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5 stress-busting habits to support well-being in medical school

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What the higher Step 2 CK passing score means for your study prep

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