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Caitlin Bernard, MD, in front of the U.S. Supreme Court during a 2017 leadership training institute hosted by Physicians for Reproductive Health.

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In 2022, Caitlin Bernard, MD, performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim. Her life hasn’t been the same since

Threats to her safety. Legal risks. Working as one of two abortion providers statewide. Despite such obstacles, this Indiana OB-GYN is more committed than ever.

July 3, 2024

Microplastics research, conceptual image

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Microplastics are inside us all. What does that mean for our health?

Tiny plastic particles have been found throughout the human body, but researchers say they’re just starting to understand the impact.

June 27, 2024

Prostate cancer cell, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM)

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‘Not all cancer needs to be cured’: Five ways that prostate cancer treatments have…

As prostate cancer cases rise, newer drugs, genetic testing, and clearer imaging give patients more options, reduce side effects, and save time.

June 25, 2024

In transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), an external device is used to drive electromagnetic pulses through the skull to improve mood.

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The growing field of neurotherapeutics offers psychiatric patients new hope

Brain procedures help patients with treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. But providers still grapple with ethical questions and the history of lobotomies

June 20, 2024

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Jonathan Jaffery, MD, MS, MMM, FACP, Named AAMC Chief Health Care Officer

The AAMC named Jonathan Jaffery, MD, MS, MMM, FACP, as its next chief health care officer.

Oct. 31, 2022

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Danielle Turnipseed, JD, MHSA, MPP, Named AAMC Chief Public Policy Officer

The AAMC announced Danielle Turnipseed, JD, MHSA, MPP, as its next chief public policy officer.

Oct. 3, 2022

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AAMC Leads Amicus Brief in Support of Consideration of Race in Higher Education Admissions

The AAMC and 45 health professional and educational organizations submitted an amicus brief in support of consideration of race in higher education admissions

July 29, 2022

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Medical Schools and Teaching Hospitals Contribute $728 Billion, 3% of U.S. GDP

This AAMC report examines economic impact of institutions in their communities.

June 29, 2022

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AAMC Names Stephen J. Lopez, PhD, MBA, as Chief Information Officer

The AAMC has announced Stephen J. Lopez, PhD, MBA, as its new chief information officer.

April 11, 2022

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AAMC, AAHC Approve Merger Agreement

The voting members of the AAMC and the AAHC have approved a merger of their two organizations as of April 1, 2022. The AAHC will become part of the AAMC.

Jan. 20, 2022

Stethoscope with tube folded into pulse vital signs

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Statement Supporting OSHA’s COVID Vaccination or Testing Requirement

The AAMC and over 60 orgs and experts support the requirement that workers at companies with 100+ workers receive the COVID-19 vaccine or be tested.

Nov. 18, 2021

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AAMC Announces 2021-2022 Board of Directors, Changes to Board Structure

The AAMC has announced its 2021-2022 Board of Directors, which reflects recent changes allowing for the creation of a broader and more flexible board structure.