Excellence in Academic Medicine
The AAMC is committed to a culture of excellence in academic medicine—one where a broad range of perspectives and experiences are valued and respected, and where students, faculty, and staff of all socioeconomic backgrounds, religions, races, ethnicities, and ages, among other attributes, can thrive and best serve all patients and communities.
Our Strategic Efforts
Our commitment to a culture of excellence in academic medicine includes the following strategic efforts:
Community-building
We create spaces that encourage open dialogue, thoughtful exchange, and understanding—connecting learners, faculty, staff, patients, families, and community partners to strengthen collaborative problem-solving and drive solutions that advance excellence in academic medicine.
Access to Opportunities
We foster opportunities and identify pathways for individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to pursue careers in medicine and biomedical sciences—supporting the growth of a physician workforce that reflects and responds to the communities it serves.
Relationship-centered Engagement
We facilitate relationship-centered engagement by creating environments where everyone can contribute meaningfully—laying the foundation for individuals to reach their full potential in academic medicine and improve health for individuals and communities.
What's New
"Pathways to Medicine: Evolving Practices and Innovations" three-part webinar series
Oct. 15 | Nov. 17 | Dec. 15
This webinar series brings together premedical pathway program directors, accelerated MD program directors, and other educators and administrators to examine emerging evidence and share promising practices that support the growth of a physician and biomedical workforce that reflects and responds to the communities it serves. This series is developed by the AAMC's IDEAS Learning Series in partnership with Drexel University College of Medicine.
Building and Sustaining Community-Academic Partnerships in Academic Medicine
Drawing on lessons from the AAMC's 2023-2025 NEXT Grant, this new resource features four core pillars and 10 practical recommendations to help medical schools, academic health systems, and community partners build and sustain meaningful partnerships. Grounded in the experiences of five AAMC-member medical schools and their community partners, this resource offers actionable guidance and examples that institutions can adapt within their own communities.
Publications
- Altering the Course: Black Males in Medicine
- Accessibility, Inclusion, and Action in Medical Education: Lived Experiences of Learners and Physicians with Disabilities
- Reshaping the Journey: American Indians and Alaska Natives in Medicine
- Implementing Curricular and Institutional Climate Changes to Improve Health Care for LGBT, Gender Nonconforming, or Born with DSD
Professional Development Resources
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AAMC councils, affinity groups, and organizations provide individuals at member institutions with access to professional growth, leadership development, networking, and collaboration opportunities. Join a group.