#Best of 2017 Med Ed Student Projects
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Medical students relish role as innovators in education

Student-driven programs were a key component of innovation at these medical schools.

ChangeMedEd Initiative
#Best of 2017 Student Advocacy
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From “dreamers” to loan forgiveness, students are loud and clear

On issues such as the president’s travel ban and the need to protect loan forgiveness, 2017 was a big year for student advocacy.

Public Health
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AMA awards research grants to advance the study of women in medicine

AMA Women Physicians Section and AMAF today announced the winners of the 2017 Joan F. Giambalvo Fund for the Advancement of Women research grants program.

Press Releases
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Sept. 7, 2017: Advocacy spotlight on "Dreamers" bolster physician workforce, should be allowed to stay

"Dreamers" should be allowed to stay to bolster the physician workforce. AMA's recommendations for DACA.

Advocacy Update
Loyola University Chicago medical student Diana Andino
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“Dreamers” bolster physician workforce, should be allowed to stay

After Trump administration moves to end DACA, Congress urged to enact legislation to protect medical student and physician dreamers.

Medical School Diversity
Women in medicine at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
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Women wanting to lead in medicine can start when they’re students

A program at Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine aims to increase the number of women in leadership roles through education, awareness. 

Medical School Diversity
Gavel resting next to immigration law book.
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Confusion remains on travel ban’s scope, implementation

Restrictions on international physicians entering the United States are limited, but the vague language of the travel ban remains concerning.

Health Equity
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AMA to aim for more diverse, better prepared physician workforce

The AMA House of Delegates takes action to produce a workforce that is more representative of the U.S. population.

Medical School Diversity
Jirayut “New” Latthivongskorn, MD
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Med school “dreamer” honored for advocacy, volunteer work

Born in Bangkok, medical student Jirayut “New” Latthivongskorn helps others who are living illegally in the U.S. pursue their medical career goals.

Medical School Diversity