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Understand residency match slang with this glossary

The AMA is here to help you demystify the match terminology you may encounter as you prepare for Match Week. Learn more.

Preparing for Residency
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Medical students: Become an AMA member and get a free gift!

Medical students who join the AMA enjoy exclusive member benefits and perks to help them personally and professionally on their road to residency. Find out more. 

Personal Member Benefits & Discounts
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AMBOSS frequently asked questions

Are you a medical student or resident but not sure how AMBOSS can help you in your studies? Learn more from the AMA.

Personal Member Benefits & Discounts
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How to prep for a competitive physician specialty as an M1, M2

There is a lot you can do before clinical clerkship to boost your chances of matching in your dream specialty. Follow your passion with these tips.

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Specialty Profiles
The Road to Residency
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Looking to find time for medical student advocacy? Here’s how

To succeed in medical school while shining as a medical student advocate requires identifying your priorities. Get tips on how to do it effectively.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
2024 Annual Meeting of the HOD
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Highlights from the 2024 AMA Annual Meeting

Catch up with the news and key moments as the House of Delegates bolsters the AMA's work on Medicare pay, scope creep, prior authorization and more. 

Annual Meeting
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AMA House of Delegates adopts policy on medical education

The AMA House of Delegates adopted policies intended to reduce financial burdens for medical school graduates and support the mental health and wellness of medical trainees.

Press Releases
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Move USMLE Step 3 to pass-fail to boost residents’ well-being

Licensing exams place big burdens on resident physicians. AMA calls for changes to Step 3 and COMLEX Level 3 to help save residents time and money.

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USMLE® Step 3
Thriving in Residency
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Kaplan USMLE Step 3: 36-hour history of lower abdominal pain

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 17-year-old female patient is brought to the ED with lower abdominal tenderness. Determine the next step in management.

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USMLE® Step 3
Kaplan USMLE Step 3 Prep Questions