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What if you don’t match? 4 things you should do

A physician who has worked with unmatched applicants explains how to make the most of the coming year and improve the odds of matching in the next cycle.

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Preparing for Residency
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Membership Moves Medicine™

  • Free access to JAMA Network™ and CME
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Studying for the USMLE or COMLEX-USA tests

Get tips to succeed with the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX-USA) tests.

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Succeeding in Medical School
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International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: Types of visas & FAQs

In the 2020 academic year, 4222 international medical graduates (IMG) physicians from over 100 countries were offered visas to facilitate residency training in different specialties.

International Medical Education
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International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: Finding a residency

Steps and requirements needed for obtaining a residency program in the U.S. for international medical graduates (IMG).

International Medical Education
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International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: State medical licensure

Download an overview PDF of state medical licensure rules and requirements for international medical graduate (IMG) physicians.

International Medical Education
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What is osteopathic medicine?

Osteopathic medicine is a distinctive branch of medical practice in the U.S. that emphasizes a “whole-person” approach to diagnosis, treatment and patient care. Learn more.

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Pre-med frequently asked questions

Get answers to frequently asked questions about med school requirements, the application process, the MCAT and more.

Preparing for Medical School
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So you matched to a residency program—now what?

As a medical student transitioning to residency, your life is about to change. Learn with the AMA about how to prepare for your career’s next stage.  

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UWorld Medical frequently asked questions

Not sure how UWorld QBanks can help you in your studies? The AMA offers some frequently asked questions and answers to give you more insight.

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