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16 MIN READ

Mastering M1: Top questions for your first year of medical school

This AMA FAQ helps medical students get off to a strong start by answering some of their most common questions. 

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School

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4 MIN READ

What it's really like in dermatology—from 4 physicians who know

Shadowing one dermatologist is the best way to learn about life in the specialty. Exploring these insights from four of them is the next best thing.

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Specialty Profiles
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

4 reasons why this D.C. conference is a must for medical students

The AMA Medical Student Advocacy Conference in March will help train future physicians to advocate in person with Congress on today’s big issues.

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Medical Students
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

Why medical students should join the street-medicine movement

Henry Ford Health helps medical students bring their passion for health care to the streets of Detroit, gaining leadership experience in the process.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School

Making the Rounds

Get the latest advice, interviews and discussions on the most important topics affecting the lives and careers of medical students and residents.

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3 MIN READ

4 key student-loan terms that medical students should know

Medical students can take hold of their financial futures by understanding these essential terms and concepts related to student-loan repayment.

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Medical Student Finance
Succeeding in Medical School
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6 MIN READ

Vital tips to help manage medical school’s stressful first year

If your M1 transition’s been rocky, you’re not alone. Show yourself the same compassion you show classmates, says AMA member Suzanne J. Templer, DO.

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Medical Student Health
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

5 steps for medical students to make an impact in letters to Congress

Letters to Congress offer medical students an avenue to influence health policy. Keys include telling your patients’ stories and making your ask.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

After Step 1 shift, research experience is a watchword for Match

Survey shows medical student research is important in residency selection. What makes a project truly stand out to a residency program director?

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Preparing for Residency
Succeeding in Medical School
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3 MIN READ

AMA members can now save up to $80 off UWorld QBanks

USMLE Steps 1–3, COMLEX Levels 1–2, ABIM and ABFM board exam prep are part of the special offer that ends Nov. 30. Learn more.

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
Succeeding in Medical School