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A growing dilemma for hospitals: How to assess older doctors

As the physician workforce ages, leaders take delicate steps to gauge doctors’ patient-care abilities. Key issues include how to assess and when to restrict.

  • May 27, 2026
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Multiples in medical school

Six sets of twins graduating in 2026 share their experiences going through medical school together.

  • May 20, 2026
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‘The health challenge of our time’: What academic experts want you to know about ultra-processed foods

Ultra-processed foods have been in the headlines lately. But what is it about them that’s so harmful? Academic researchers explain.

  • May 13, 2026
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Skin cancer is on the rise. Could climate change be to blame?

Dermatologists weigh in on the importance of proper sunscreen use and skin cancer prevention.

  • May 7, 2026

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A launching pad to academic medicine

One research program for high school students served as a way into medicine for two medical school deans. Now they’re working to revive the program.

  • June 28, 2019
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AAMC Statement on Passage of House Committee on Ways and Means Health Care Package

The AAMC commends Richard Neal (D-MA) and the House Ways and Means Committee on legislation that will provide more physicians to address the opioid crisis.

  • June 26, 2019
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AAMC Statement on the Lower Health Care Costs Act

AAMC supports the HELP Committee’s interest in protecting patients from surprise medical bills but is dismayed they chose to address the issue via rate setting.

  • June 26, 2019
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Making space for spirituality

Medical schools and teaching hospitals increasingly embrace students’ faith-based traditions.

  • June 25, 2019
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Working to end gender harassment in medicine

Leaders in academic medicine tackled gender harassment during the 2019 Leadership Forum. Here’s a look at the vital issues and insights they shared.

  • June 21, 2019
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AAMC Statement on House Passage of Spending Package

Darrell G. Kirch, issued a statement on a spending package that includes funding for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education.

  • June 19, 2019
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Tackling health inequities in homes and schools

Medical schools and teaching hospitals aim to improve community health through partnerships with local organizations.

  • June 18, 2019
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7 things to know about AMCAS®

As the American Medical College Application Service turns 50, here’s what to know to make applying to medical school simpler, cheaper, and less stressful.

  • June 18, 2019
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AAMC Names Next Editor-in-Chief of Academic Medicine

The AAMC announced Laura Roberts, MD, MA, has been named the next editor-in-chief of Academic Medicine, one of its peer-reviewed, scholarly journals.

  • June 17, 2019
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Vizient and AAMC Launch Clinical Practice Solutions Center to Drive Efficiency for Physician Practices

Vizient and the AAMC launched the Clinical Practice Solutions Center (CPSC), a platform promoting efficiency in academic and community practice organizations.

  • June 12, 2019