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Brendan Murphy
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Senior Writer, American Medical Association (AMA)
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By Brendan Murphy| American Medical Association (AMA)@ Since Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) was switched to pass-fail scoring in 2022, the vast majority of medical students are passing the exam—about nine out of 10—on their first attempt. That represents, however, a slight dip from the pass rates in the years in which examinees were given a numerical score. Is the dip cause for concern? As long as medical students take the right steps to prepare, a veteran medical school faculty member says no.
By Brendan Murphy| American Medical Association (AMA)@ Resident physicians are stretched thin financially. Considering that, your time in residency training might not seem like the right phase of your career to begin saving for retirement. According to experts on physician finances, investing during residency should not be out of reach. With a plan for student loan-repayment and small, consistent contributions to retirement funds, resident physicians can lay a solid foundation for their financial future as they begin this next chapter in their careers.
By Brendan Murphy| American Medical Association (AMA)@ Since Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) was switched to pass-fail scoring in 2022, the vast majority of medical students are passing the exam—about nine out of 10—on their first attempt. That represents, however, a slight dip from the pass rates in the years in which examinees were given a numerical score. Is the dip cause for concern? As long as medical students take the right steps to prepare, a veteran medical school faculty member says no.
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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.
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Founded: 1847