2024 AMA Research Challenge finals
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2024 AMA Research Challenge finals

Ayush Kumar, a third-year medical student from the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School beat out four other finalists to win the 2024 AMA Research Challenge and $10,000.

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AMA Update for Feb. 17, 2025: Why do research in medical school? Research topics for med students and requirements for residents
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Why do research in medical school? Research topics for med students and requirements for residents

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about research in medical education and residency.

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AMA Update
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Why do research in medical school? Research topics for med students and requirements for residents [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about research in medical education and residency.

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Medical student’s research on well-being shaped his career

Now a surgical intern, AMA member George Burnet, MD, reflects on what he gained from presenting his research at the American Conference on Physician Health.

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Succeeding in Medical School
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Top questions to help master life as a second-year medical student

This AMA FAQ helps medical students navigate the second year of training by offering insight on some common questions. 

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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Top questions to help master life as a first-year medical student

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
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2023 AMA Research Challenge finals

Jesse Kirkpatrick, a third-year medical student from Harvard School of Medicine, beat out four other finalists to win the 2023 AMA Research Challenge and $10,000.

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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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4 things judges look for in medical poster presentations

Participants in the AMA Research Challenge may wonder what judges look for in presentations. Learn what it takes to bring home the big prize. 

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Succeeding in Medical School