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Leading physicians, celebs join to celebrate medical school grads

The medical school Class of 2020 has displayed flexibility, resiliency and compassion. An AMA tribute event honors the nations’ newest physicians.

Medical School Life
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AMA to host tribute to celebrate new medical student graduates

Now more than ever, the AMA believes we must recognize the young women and men who have answered a calling to science, patient care and the health of our nation.

Press Releases
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Medical student moms face challenge of pandemic parenthood

Balancing medical school and motherhood was never easy. Doing so in the time of COVID-19 ramps up the challenges. Two mothers share their experience.

Medical Student Health
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Pandemic education: Med schools innovate to engage students

Medical students may be sidelined from clinical interaction, but the pandemic is presenting unique opportunities for educational engagement.

Medical School Life
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Addressing COVID-19’s impact on the clinical education of students

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the impact on clinical medical education.

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AMA Update
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Medical school assessment during COVID-19: Shelf exams go remote

Clinical clerkships are changing during the COVID-19 pandemic—as is the way med students are being assessed on these foundational experiences.

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Succeeding in Medical School
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Online learning during COVID-19: Tips to help med students succeed

Searching for continuity amid a pandemic, medical schools are moving from physical classrooms to virtual ones. How can med students succeed in them?

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Succeeding in Medical School
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COVID-19: States call on early medical school grads to bolster workforce

With overloaded health systems and overworked physicians, some states are graduating medical students early to help fight COVID-19.

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5 ways medical students can assist during the COVID-19 pandemic

Just because medical students aren’t in direct patient contact doesn’t mean they aren’t aiding in the fight to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.

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