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With no USMLE Step 1 scores, challenges and opportunities arise

Moving USMLE Step 1 from a numerical score to pass-fail has created an evaluation void. How might medical educators fill it?

USMLE® Step 1 & 2
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4 MIN READ

How residency programs will view applications in 2021

Circumstances created by the pandemic have changed key aspects of how program directors will view a future physician’s residency application portfolio.

Preparing for Residency
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4 tips on video interviews for 2021 residency applicants

With residency interviews going online, medical students should prepare differently for that aspect of the application cycle. Learn four best practices.

Preparing for Residency
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How social media can aid medical residency program searches

The 2021 residency application cycle presents students with unique challenges. Social media platforms may offer some solutions when it comes to research.

Preparing for Residency
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Where to practice after residency: Your specialty can tell the tale

Learn how the specialty in which you are training can be related to where you practice following the completion of your residency.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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2 MIN READ

AMA president recognizes work of residents in fight against COVID-19

Medical residents have done invaluable, exhausting work in the fight against COVID-19, risking their own health in the process.

Press Releases
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11 MIN READ

Mira Irons, MD, discusses the week’s COVID numbers, trends and latest news

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 record-breaking week of new cases and deaths.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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COVID-19 FAQs: Guidance for medical students

AMA provides guidance for medical students during the COVID-19 pandemic, including FAQs on graduating early, volunteering on the front lines and more.

Medical Student Health
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COVID-19 FAQs: Guidance for medical students on well-being

Symptoms of depression, anxiety and psychological distress are being reported among medical students during this unprecedented time.

Medical Student Health