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Protecting Residents, Protecting Patients: AMSA’s Response to Proposed ACGME Work-Hour Changes

The American Medical Student Association (AMSA) strongly urges careful reconsideration of the provisions of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) proposed major revision of the Common Program Requirements that would eliminate or weaken resident rest protections. Posted for public comment on September 8, 2026, with a proposed effective date of July 1, 2028,…

AMSA’s Response to President Trump’s Executive Order on the United States’ Withdrawal from the World Health Organization

The American Medical Student Association (AMSA) strongly opposes the executive order of President Trump’s administration to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO plays an indispensable role in global health security, disease surveillance, and pandemic preparedness. Its efforts have been critical in coordinating international responses to health crises, ensuring equitable access to lifesaving…

AMSA announces appointment of interim Executive Director

The American Medical Student Association (AMSA) announced today that Jennifer Salehi will serve as interim Executive Director beginning January 1, 2025. The transition follows the announcement that Chief Executive Officer Jamie Thayer Scates will step down at the end of the year. With 22 years of experience at AMSA concentrated in membership services and operations,…

AMSA Applauds White House for Key Steps Towards Equitable Health and Housing

Lead Pipe and Paint Action Plan AMSA applauds President Biden and Vice President Harris for their commitment to remove lead from American homes. For over 35 years, Congress has not changed or updated the Safe Drinking Water Act to protect Americans from lead. On Tuesday, December 14, President Biden and Vice President Harris fixed that;…