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  As USMLE Step 1 pass rates dip, take these study tips to heart

  By Brendan Murphy

  Apr. 21, 2025

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  Retirement planning tips for resident physicians-what to do now

  By Brendan Murphy

  Apr. 17, 2025

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  As USMLE Step 1 pass rates dip, take these study tips to heart

  By Brendan Murphy

  Apr. 21, 2025

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American Medical Association (AMA)

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the largest professional association for physicians and medical students in the United States, founded in 1847. Headquartered in Chicago, the AMA has over 271,000 members and is dedicated to promoting the science and art of medicine and improving public health. The AMA advocates for physicians by influencing healthcare policy, setting medical education standards, and developing public health initiatives. It has a rich history of medical reforms, including the establishment of standardized disease nomenclature and the launch of the *Journal of the American Medical Association*. The organization provides various services, including advocacy, education, public health campaigns, ethical guidance, and research on emerging therapies. Additionally, the AMA publishes numerous journals, including *JAMA* and 11 specialty journals, and offers resources on medical billing and practice management. It serves physicians, medical students, and healthcare institutions, while also engaging policymakers and the public through health education efforts.