AAMCNews

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

News

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

AAMCNews

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

Medical students talking in class and sharing ideas

AAMCNews

In their own words: Medical students reflect on their journeys

Through 55-word stories, students share aspects of their medical school experiences — from meaningful patient encounters to moments of joy and heartbreak.

May 23, 2024

The young adult male sits on the hospital room couch to talk with the hospital insurance specialist to update medical information.

Viewpoints

5 ways to combat surging syphilis cases in the United States

Syphilis has reached alarming rates unseen in the U.S. since the 1950s. A CDC expert lays out steps to halt increases and prevent dramatic health problems.

May 21, 2024

Find News

11 - 20 of 40 results

Executive Branch Professionalism

Press Release

Preparing for the Next Pandemic Begins Now

The AAMC is calling for coordinated federal leadership to improve the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic amid the latest resurgence.

Sept. 15, 2021

Press Release

AAMC Statement on House Committee Passage of Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill for Fiscal Year 2022

The AAMC released a statement in response to the House Committee passage of Labor-HHS Appropriations Bill for fiscal year 2022

July 15, 2021

AAMCNews

10 great summer reads for doctors — or anyone interested in medicine

From the immune system’s intricacies to cadavers as crash test dummies, these books cover the humorous, strange, and meaningful aspects of medicine.

July 6, 2021

AAMCNews

Words of wisdom for new residents

An astronaut, a medical school president, an Emmy winner, and other successful doctors share practical tips and meaningful insights for incoming interns.

June 22, 2021

Team of scientists working in a lab during the pandemic - Caucasian senior male, Caucasian young woman and a Mixed race woman.

Press Release

AAMC Statement on President’s FY 2022 Budget Proposal

The AAMC issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s full fiscal year (FY) 2022 budget request.

May 28, 2021

Press Release

AAMC Statement on Release of President’s Proposal for Topline FY 2022 Discretionary Funding

The AAMC issued the following statement on President Biden's request for fiscal year 2022 discretionary funding.

April 9, 2021

Press Release

AAMC Statement on President Biden’s Infrastructure Plan

AAMC President and CEO David J. Skorton, MD, issued the following statement on the American Jobs Plan

April 1, 2021

Viewpoints

What every doctor needs to know about telemedicine

Telemedicine soared during the pandemic, and experts say it’s here to stay. How can providers and future physicians prepare to provide quality care from afar?