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Official account of the AAMC. The AAMC is a nonprofit representing medical schools & teaching hospitals.
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We honor faculty whose work makes lasting contributions to public health. As 2026 nominations (due 1/23) continue for the David E. Rogers Award, we recognize 2025 awardee William Schaffner, MD, a national leader in vaccination and infectious disease. https://www.aamc.org/about-us/aamc-awards/rogers
January 9, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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As we enter 2026, we’re grateful for the people across academic medicine who continue to advance health, education, and discovery. Wishing our community a healthy, hopeful, and impactful New Year!
Happy New Year from the AAMC
January 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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What gives hope for the future of academic medicine? 2025 Nickens Award recipient Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, points to the collective power of students, faculty, & patients. Nominate a leader advancing opportunity & access in medicine by Jan. 23. https://www.aamc.org/about-us/aamc-awards/nickens
December 26, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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Happy holidays to all who celebrate! We wish our academic medicine community peace, wellness, and time with loved ones this week.
Happy Holidays from the AAMC!
December 22, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Colleagues of Holly J. Humphrey, MD, MACP, recall how she made every learner feel valued — one even called her their “parent in medicine.” Her legacy inspires the 2026 AAMC Award for Excellence in Medical Education. Nominate an educator by Jan. 23. www.aamc.org/about-us/aam...
December 17, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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One of the standout moments of 2025? #Match2025. Future physicians across the country learned where they’ll begin residency — a day filled with excitement, relief, pride, & celebration. As the year wraps, let’s reflect on what made Match Day so meaningful. https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjC6fGc
A collage of six images celebrating Match Day 2025, where medical students from various institutions are shown joyfully holding up signs or letters indicating their residency placements. The settings include both indoor and outdoor environments, featuring balloons, confetti, and groups of celebrants. Some distinctive university banners are visible, including Harvard School of Medicine and UTRGV School of Medicine.
December 12, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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2025 award recipient Eva L. Feldman, MD, PhD, says there’s “no better time to be a young scientist” — thanks to innovations like AI and advanced omics. Know someone driving breakthroughs in biomedical science? Nominate them for the 2026 award by Jan. 23. www.aamc.org/about-us/aam...
December 10, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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One highlight of 2025: RISE. This summer, med students from across the country joined a 3-day leadership program focused on strengths, storytelling, and connection. They left as more confident, whole-hearted leaders ready to RISE. www.aamc.org/learn-networ...
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December 3, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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Happy #Thanksgiving! We’re so grateful for every member of the academic medicine community, as you work tirelessly to educate and train future physicians, advance discoveries, and strengthen care in communities nationwide. Thank you.
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November 27, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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Honoring #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth by celebrating the National Native American Youth Initiative hosted by AAIP, Brigham and Women's Hospital's FLIP program, & the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative. AAMC was proud to host 14 scholars this summer for a day of learning about pathways to medicine.
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November 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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Ensuring people in rural communities can access high-quality health care starts with supporting the learners and providers who serve them. Thank you to the AAMC community members working to advance health for rural communities nationwide. #PowerofRural
November 21, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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It’s National Rural Health Day, and we’re celebrating our rural-serving academic health systems, teaching hospitals, & medical schools caring for patients and communities in remote areas across the country. Thank you for all you do! #PowerofRural
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Patients who live in rural areas are more likely to visit #teachinghospitals when they are most in need of care. Join us in celebrating the #PowerofRural by sharing your institution’s story—how are you serving rural patients and communities nationwide?
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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#TBT to Academic Medicine Week 2025! AAMC’s Office of Government Relations gathered members of the Academic Medicine community to celebrate how AAMC member institutions drive medical research, provide specialized patient care & educate and train future physicians.
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November 17, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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Strengthening the health care workforce = better patient care. We hosted a Capitol Hill briefing on Graduate Medical Education (GME) to stress how increasing the number of Medicare-supported GME slots improves access to care. https://www.aamc.org/advocacy-policy/strengthen-health-care-workforce
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November 14, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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Earlier this fall, more than 150 individuals gathered for the AIAN Healthcare Workforce Development Summit in collaboration with the National Indian Health Board — IHEART’s largest in-person convening to date — to share effective practices and collaborate on strengthening pathways into health care.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Medical schools, academic health systems & teaching hospitals transform the lives of Americans every day. This year, the AAMC & leaders from our member institutions met with policymakers to advocate for policy priorities that improve the nation’s health. #StartsInAcademicMedicine
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November 10, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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The final day of #AAMC25 focused on innovation in medical education — from AI and assessment to fair grading, interprofessional learning, and skill-building. See the week's highlights at https://www.aamc.org/news. See you next year in Anaheim for #AAMC26!
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November 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Experience the final day of #AAMC25 through moments of reflection, connection, and inspiration. From rebuilding trust in science to exploring AI in med ed, the energy stayed high. Grateful for every insight and connection — counting down to #AAMC26 in Anaheim, CA!
November 6, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Tuesday at #AAMC25 explored trust, innovation, and the future of medical education — from storytelling that builds confidence in science to the evolving role of AI in training physicians. See highlights from sessions at https://www.aamc.org/news.
November 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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#AAMC25 may be over, but the journey doesn’t stop here! Next stop: Anaheim, CA in 2026! 🌴☀️ Ready to keep the momentum going? Start planning now to join us as we continue shaping the future of #academicmedicine together. Stay tuned for more about #AAMC26 in the months ahead!
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November 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for #AAMC25! We hope you’re heading home from San Antonio inspired by new ideas, meaningful connections, and fresh energy to advance the missions of #academicmedicine at your institutions.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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From poetry and leadership to conversations on climate and compassion — Monday at #AAMC25 brought inspiration and action. Catch highlights from the Leadership Plenary and more at https://www.aamc.org/news.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:45 PM
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Come along for Day 2 of #AAMC25! The energy was high as we turned insights into actionable steps across digital learning, community building, new technologies, and more. We're grateful to experience the momentum with the people who empower it!
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November 4, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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📍Here in San Antonio for #AAMC25? Keep the inspiration & connections going year-round in the AAMC Virtual Communities Network! Join thousands of #academicmedicine professionals who are sharing ideas, asking questions, & supporting one another every day. https://communities.aamc.org/
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November 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM