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Pregnant woman in bed with a fan because of the heat wave

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Extreme weather is linked to pregnancy complications, increased violence, and inescapable exposure to pollution and heat.

June 6, 2024

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Medical schools work to end student mistreatment

From public humiliation to sexist remarks, medical trainees often experience faculty mistreatment. Here’s how institutions are working to stop bad behaviors.

June 4, 2024

A pediatrician interacts with a baby at a Mother’s Day event

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Could giving low-income patients cash improve their health?

Guaranteed income programs have been successful in low-income countries. Now, researchers hope to test their effectiveness in the U.S.

May 30, 2024

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Women are changing the face of medicine in America

Data from the past 18 years show how women have driven growth in the supply of physicians and expanded their presence in some of the largest specialties.

May 28, 2024

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Where are all the women deans?

Women now outnumber men in most medical school classrooms. But they still represent just a fraction of deans, department chairs, and full professors.

June 11, 2019

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Advancing women in academic medicine

The AAMC urges medical schools and teaching hospitals to create institutional climates that support and promote women.

May 28, 2019

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The delicate balance between treating pain and preventing addiction

Opioid education workshop attracts leaders in medical education and substance use disorder to discuss challenges and opportunities.

May 10, 2019

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Compassion begins with the cadavers

Spurred by high funeral costs, greater social awareness, and dwindling religious customs, body donations to medical schools are on the rise.

April 5, 2019

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“What’s wrong with me? I don’t belong here.”

A physician discusses Imposter syndrome, self-doubt driven by an inability to internalize one’s achievements and abilities.

April 2, 2019

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Keeping our promise to LGBTQ+ patients

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people suffer huge health disparities. Sometimes, they also face discrimination from providers.

March 4, 2019

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Faculty salaries increased 2.7% in 2018

The AAMC’s annual Faculty Salary Report highlights mean salaries across departments and specialties, academic ranks, and degrees in all regions of the country.