Succeeding in Medical School

To thwart medical student burnout, make it easier to seek time off

Well-being often takes a backseat for medical students. Medical schools should make it easier for students to ask for time away for self-care.

Medical Student Health

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Jun 2, 2023 ·

7 MIN READ

What I wish I knew in medical school about away rotations

Christopher Clifford, MD, is an attending emergency physician. Find out what he wishes he knew when he did away rotations in medical school.

Clinical Rotations

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May 31, 2023 ·

4 MIN READ

When microaggressions happen: 5 steps medical students can take

Follow the five D’s to effectively intervene when you witness bias or a slight against a medical student or health professional colleague.

Physician Health

AMA Tribute to the Medical School Class of 2023

May 21, 2023 ·

5 MIN READ

Huge names help AMA pay tribute to medical school class of 2023

Prominent figures in medicine offered stirring remarks in an uplifting AMA event for this year’s resilient class of graduating medical students.

May 10, 2023 ·

4 MIN READ

How prior athletic participation can help future physicians

Residency training requires teamwork and bouncing back when things go poorly. Such skills can be nurtured in high-level athletics. Learn more.

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May 8, 2023 ·

How medical students can build leadership skills on campus

You don’t have to wait to show your leadership mettle, says AMA member M2 Aneri Shah. Learn more with the AMA.

Apr 26, 2023 ·

4 tips to maximize the dedicated Step 1 study period

The process of preparing for Step 1 of the USMLE is a marathon. How should things change when a medical student reaches the final stretch?

USMLE® Step 1 & 2

Apr 13, 2023 ·

Don’t miss this all-star tribute to the medical school class of 2023

On May 21, some of the nation’s top physicians will celebrate MD and DO graduates as they prepare for their next steps. Learn more with the AMA.

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Apr 10, 2023 ·

4 MIN READ

4 ways organized medicine helps medical students grow as leaders

Physician organizations such the AMA give medical students the chance to move medicine. Learn about hundreds of available opportunities.