The AMA Resident and Fellow Section (RFS) held its Annual meeting on Friday, June 6 in Chicago with more than 97 residents and fellows representing 19 states and 24 specialty societies.
Business
The RFS Assembly considered five reports and 10 resolutions prompting robust discussion on important issues affecting trainees such as preserving ACGME, COCA and LCME accreditation standards on diversity, equity and inclusion; addressing professionalism standards in medical training; and distribution of residency slots commensurate with shortages.
The section immediately transmitted one resolution to the House of Delegates for consideration at its June 2025 Meeting. Learn more about these and other policies considered by the AMA House of Delegates.
Elections
The members elected to the 2025-2026 RFS Governing Council include:
- Danielle Rivera, MD, vice chair
- Nikita Sood, MD, delegate
- Sarah Mae Smith, MD, alternate delegate
- Anna Heffron, MD, PhD, speaker
- Allie Conry, MD, vice speaker
- Megan Chiu, MD, member-at-large
Upcoming leadership opportunities
Stay tuned for upcoming leadership opportunities on the RFS Standing Committees, resident seat on Minority Affairs Section Governing Council and the resident endorsement on CSAPH.
AMA Research Challenge call for abstracts and judges
The largest national, multi-specialty medical research conference for medical students and residents is now accepting abstracts. Enter for the chance to showcase your research, include on your CV and win a $10,000 grand prize presented by Laurel Road. Deadline is July 16. Physician members are also invited to review and score abstracts. Participation is virtual and a two-hour time commitment starting late July through mid-August. Learn more.
Thank you for your ongoing engagement and dedication to our section.
For additional information on the 2025 RFS Annual meeting, visit the section's agenda and resources page.
