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AAMC Member Medical Schools Recognized for Advancing Nutrition Training in Medical Education

The AAMC issued a press release following a Depts. of HHS and Education event recognizing efforts to advance nutrition training in medical education.

  • March 5, 2026
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How Visa Policies Help Address Health Care Workforce Shortages and Advance Medical Breakthroughs

Two-page fact sheet detailing how J-1 and H-1B visa holders serve as an important complement within the health workforce, helping to fill gaps in the shortage.

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Helping Our Nation’s Veterans

The AAMC and its member organizations have an important partnership with the VA to ensure veterans receive the care they deserve.

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Trump Administration Executive Actions

A resource outlining Trump administration executive actions most likely to impact academic medicine.

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AAMC Comments on Strengthening Domestic Supply Chain of Medicines and Supplies

The AAMC submitted comments in response to CMS’ advance notice of rulemaking on strengthening the domestic supply chain of medicines and supplies.

  • March 26, 2026
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AAMC Responses to CMS RFI on Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

The AAMC submitted comments in response to CMS’ request for information on fraud, waste, and abuse in federal health care programs.

  • March 26, 2026
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AAMC joins amicus brief opposing change to Dept of Ed mandatory data collection

AAMC joins 10 other higher ed groups opposing Dept of Education revision to mandatory information collection

  • March 19, 2026
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AAMC-Endorsed EMPOWER for Health Act introduced in the Senate

The AAMC endorsed a bipartisan bill to reauthorize HRSA Title VII health professions workforce development programs.

  • March 19, 2026
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AAMC Statement for the Record for Energy and Commerce Provider Affordability

The AAMC submitted a statement for the record before the March 18 Energy and Commerce hearing on provider affordability.

  • March 18, 2026
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