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4 MIN READ

The meaning behind your white coat

A short white coat can be a life-changing article of attire for medical students beginning their journey in the provision of care.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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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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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

5 tips for medical students looking to get an op-ed published

One way to advocate on behalf of patients and move medicine forward is through op-eds. Follow your passions, tell a story and make it timely.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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6 MIN READ

Tips to land your first medical student research experience

Look for the right project, seek out doable ways to help. But before jumping in, make sure you can handle your medical school workload.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

She grew her leadership acumen as a medical student. Here’s how.

Former AMA Medical Student Section Speaker Anna Yap, MD, offers tips on how medical students can make their mark as leaders.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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8 MIN READ

Medical student research FAQ: Get started, showcase your work

From zero research experience to getting your medical school research published, the AMA answers the questions that medical students have.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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6 MIN READ

What I wish I knew in medical school about student leadership

Former AMA Medical Student Section Chair Karen Dionesotes, MD, MPH, says that leadership experience offered powerful lessons for her clinical career.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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5 MIN READ

Winning formula: Why judges pick top medical research projects

Why have past AMA Research Challenge winners stood out? Learn what judges have said and how this year’s entrants can build on that feedback.

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Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

Before starting medical school, answer these logistical questions

Roommates? A car? A smooth start to medical school requires connecting with peers online and finding your ideal living arrangement beforehand.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School