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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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Health Care Systems Transition to Residency Veterans
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The Economic Impact of Medical Schools and Teaching Hospitals

U.S. medical schools and teaching hospitals represented by the AAMC support over 6.3 million jobs in the United States. Learn more.

  • April 2, 2018
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AAMC Statement on Senate Passage of Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018

AAMC President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch, MD, issued a statement regarding passage of an omnibus appropriations bill for fiscal year 2018 by the Senate.

  • March 23, 2018
Press Release
AAMC Statement on President’s FY 2019 Budget Proposal

AAMC President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch, MD, issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s FY 2019 budget request.

  • Feb. 11, 2018
Viewpoints
Suicide Prevention: My Top Clinical Priority

To save lives, all of us must #BeThere for veterans in need. A Viewpoint by David J. Shulkin, MD, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

  • Nov. 3, 2017
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For Veterans, Telehealth Offers Access, Convenience

The Veterans Health Administration uses telehealth technology to improve its reach and broaden its services.

  • June 19, 2017
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Keeping Everyone Safe: Violence Prevention in Hospitals

Educating hospital staff, faculty, and medical students about violence prevention can increase safety and resilience.

  • Jan. 8, 2017
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Celebrating 70 Years of VA Academic Affiliations

2016 marks the 70th anniversary of the affiliation between the nation’s medical schools and teaching hospitals and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

  • Nov. 11, 2016
Viewpoints
What Does the Future Hold for Academic Medicine in a World of Health System Mergers and Acquisitions?

From alliances to joint ventures to acquisitions to full mergers, academic health systems must change to guarantee thriving, sustainable health systems.

  • Sept. 27, 2016
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Getting to Price Transparency: A Learning Curve for Physicians and Patients

Patients need to know and understand what their care will cost when there will be out-of-pocket expenses. A new AAMC resource offers several tools to help.

  • Sept. 27, 2016
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Equity Research Among Veterans Provides Unique Insights

Compared with their urban counterparts, rural Americans often face more barriers to good health and quality health care. Rural veterans are no exception.

  • Sept. 27, 2016