Advocacy & Policy
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) works with policymakers and other leaders to advance policy priorities that strengthen the nation’s health and well-being.
Through policies that affect health care delivery, research, education, health equity, and more, the federal government is a key partner in sustaining the vitality of the nation’s academic medicine ecosystem, which is essential to improving the health of all. Learn more about the AAMC’s priorities for the 118th Congress.
Statement on Improving Health Through DEI
The AAMC and other health care and medical associations made a statement in support of DEI policies in health care, to help improve our nation’s health.
AAMC Policy and Priorities
Research
AAMC-member institutions endeavor to prepare a diverse medical research workforce and champion an environment where medical discovery can flourish. This strong commitment is key to innovation that benefits patients.
Clinical Care
AAMC-member teaching hospitals and faculty physicians cultivate and provide high-quality health care, especially for complex and vulnerable patients -- many of whom are unable to receive care elsewhere.
Investing in Healthier Communities
Academic medical centers serve at the crossroads of community health, health equity, and population health and are actively working to prevent and address persistent public health challenges.
Workforce
AAMC-member medical schools and teaching hospitals play a crucial role in preparing future physicians who help create a healthier future for all with innovative graduate medical education.
Washington Highlights
Washington Highlights is a weekly newsletter that provides updates on the latest legislative and regulatory activities affecting academic medicine.
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AAMC Champion of Academic Medicine Award
This award recognizes members of Congress and staff for extraordinary leadership in support of the academic medicine community.
Advocacy Coalitions
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AAMC Action – Let’s Raise Our Voices Together
We are a community of students, residents, researchers, faculty members, physicians, and others who advocate on behalf of academic medicine to improve the health of people everywhere.