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AMA membership offers unique access to savings and resources tailored to enrich the personal and professional lives of physicians, residents and medical students.

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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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AMA members can now save up to $80 off UWorld QBanks

USMLE Steps 1–3, COMLEX Levels 1–2, ABIM and ABFM board exam prep are part of the special offer that ends Nov. 30. Learn more.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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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4 essential tips for your final weeks of Step 1 study

These tips can help medical students excel as they hit the home stretch in studying for Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).  

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Kaplan USMLE Step 1: Increase in cardiac output and right atrial pressure

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. In a graph showing cardiac output and right atrial pressure, what could account for the increase in cardiac output?    

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Kaplan USMLE Step 1 Prep Questions
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Kaplan USMLE Step 1: Intermittent abdominal pain in a young patient

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. After heterotopic gastric mucosa is found in a young patient, where is it likely located?

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