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Meet the AAMC’s new Chief Scientific Officer

Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH, joins the AAMC from the UCSF School of Medicine. She shares her thoughts on the challenges facing scientists today.

July 16, 2024

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Women in medicine make gains, but obstacles remain

A study shows how their presence has grown as learners, teachers, and leaders, but pay disparities and gender harassment continue.

July 9, 2024

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, became a lightning rod in the abortion debate. Here's…

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

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New Report Examines Experiences of Medical Students and Physicians with Disabilities

The AAMC and the UCSF School of Medicine released a publication that explores the state of medical education for students and physicians with disabilities.

March 13, 2018

Viewpoints

Medical Faculty Need to Foster Resilience in Students (and in Themselves)

"Do as I say, not as I do," won't solve the problem. Faculty members in academic medicine must model and support self-care for students.

March 13, 2018

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Getting Patients Walking (and Talking) With Doctors

An invite from one doctor to his patients became a national movement. Learn more about Walk with a Doc, a program with participants across 46 states.

March 5, 2018

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When Physicians Become Patients

Physician burnout is on the rise. Learn how medical organizations are addressing the vital issue of clinician mental health and well-being.

Feb. 26, 2018

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340B Simplified

Understand everything you need to know about the 340B Drug Pricing Program in less than four minutes.

Feb. 20, 2018

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For Many Hospital Patients, the Doctors Are In-House

With fewer primary care physicians visiting their patients’ hospitals, one specialization aimed at inpatient care is taking off: the hospitalist.

Feb. 19, 2018

Press Release

AAMC Statement on Senate Rejection of DACA Proposals

AAMC President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch, MD, comments on the Senate’s inability to pass a permanent legislative solution for individuals with DACA status.