Medical student programs index
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Succeeding in medical school: The ultimate guide

From strengthening your leadership skills to doing cutting-edge research while you prep for residency, the AMA has the resources you need, from M1 to Match.

Medical School Life
Medical student programs: Research
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2 MIN READ

How to get started in research

Pursuing med student research opportunities is a great way to deepen your experience. Learn more with the AMA. 

Medical School Life
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8 MIN READ

Countdown to Match Day: What M4s must do to prepare

The road to Match Day 2025 has many milestones. This guide offers insight on what to do at each step of the physician residency-selection process.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
AMA Distinguish Yourself Medical Student Summit
Jun 8, 2024 ·
6 MIN READ

AMA Distinguish Yourself Medical Student Summit

Join the AMA for an exclusive Medical Student Summit, immediately following the Medical Student Section Annual Meeting.

Events
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4 MIN READ

Finding the best people to write residency letters of recommendation

Who should write your letters of recommendation for residency applications and what do they need from you? A physician expert offers insight.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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5 MIN READ

What is residency?

Residency serves as a crucial phase in a physician's training, following the completion of medical school.

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Preparing for Residency
Health Care Definitions
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22 MIN READ

Meet Your Match: How to transfer residency programs, with David Savage, MD

In this episode of Making the Rounds, learn how those considering a transfer should approach that decision.

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Preparing for Residency
Making the Rounds Podcast
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20 MIN READ

Meet Your Match: Reapplying to Match, with Drs. Keirns and Irwin

In this episode of Making the Rounds, learn strategies for reapplying for the Match.

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Preparing for Residency
Making the Rounds Podcast
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5 MIN READ

If you’re feeling disappointed on Match Day, you are not alone

If you don’t land your No. 1 choice on Match Day, you have company. Here’s what former medical students say about that Match Day medicine disappointment.  

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency