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Wayne State University School of Medicine - AMA Chapter The AMA-MSS is the largest and most influential organization of medical students in the country.

The AMA Medical Student Section (MSS) is dedicated to representing medical students, improving medical education, developing leadership, and promoting activism for the health of America. Here at Wayne State University School of Medicine, we are active in our great city of Detroit and nationally. Join our chapter today and take an active role in shaping the future of medicine for both physicians and patients. Make a difference. And always, always...Patient Advocacy. Sign up here: http://www.waynestateama.com/contact-us.html

08/29/2025

We loved getting to meet WSUSOM's new AMA members at tonight's BSO Student Organization Fair!

We are also proud to share that our display was Curriculum Committee Approved™! (Official)

Cover image shot by Hari Ramakrishnan

08/22/2025

As many of you are acutely aware, the Department of Education is considering whether to continue the long-standing health professions exemption for Unsubsidized Direct Loans. As the DOE considers how to implement the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the administration is soliciting public comments about critical student loan issues, including the health professions exemption.

We know that many of you not only have strong feelings about the threats to Unsubsidized Direct Loans, but rely on them to be able to attend WSUSOM.

If you would like to submit a public or anonymous comment to the Department of Education, be sure to submit it by August 28th at 11:59 PM ET. You can find more information about the situation, tips for your comment, and a link to the submission portal on this page by the AAMC: https://aamcaction.org/protect-access-to-federal-student-loans/?emci=d747297b-f67d-f011-b481-6045bda9d23e&emdi=d418ebd8-bc7e-f011-b484-6045bdeb7413&ceid=30109637

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08/03/2025

Thanks Wayne State University School of Medicine for helping us get the word about our AMA Riverwalkers Blood Pressure Screenings out there!

07/30/2025

WSUSOM AMA's annual merch sale is here! We are selling custom WSUSOM-branded crew necks and zip-up hoodies until August 10th at 11:59 PM. All of the proceeds from this sale will support WSUSOM AMA members at national conferences and student events. Prices and designs can be found in the order form linked here!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1TjGlGcBbSqVQhqfckM3tLpKuKdjO9y73ENynAMQVZts/edit?usp=sharing_eil&ts=68753d9f

07/26/2025

WSUSOM AMA is honored to welcome the newly sworn-in President of the American Medical Association, Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, MD, for an exclusive virtual presentation for WSUSOM! Dr. Mukkamala is a private practice otolaryngologist based in Flint, MI who has a long history of service and leadership with the American Medical Association, the Michigan State Medical Society, and the Genesee County Medical Society. He is especially passionate about addressing Flint's drinking water crisis and revitalizing his hometown.

Join us on Zoom on August 6, 2025, from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM to hear Dr. Mukkamala discuss his personal journey within the AMA, the AMA's structure and role in advocating for a better healthcare system, and leadership in organized medicine. This is an excellent opportunity to not only hear from one of the most high-profile advocates in our profession, but also to become familiar with the AMA itself. We especially encourage those who want to be active with the AMA to attend this event as this will serve as our primary introductory meeting before we host more specific events on topics like resolution writing.

Please check your student email for the Zoom link.

06/09/2025

Are you writing policy for the AMA or want to exchange ideas with potential collaborators? Join us for our Policy Writers Meeting on Wednesday, June 11th, from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM on Zoom! This meeting will give current and potential policy writers and collaborators a space to exchange ideas and create teams to work on AMA resolutions together. These resolutions can be submitted for the AMA's Interim Meeting coming up in November. Come ready to discuss your ideas and policy interests!

Check your WSU email for Zoom meeting information!

06/07/2025

...and that's a wrap on another successful AMA Medical Student Section meeting! Our National Delegates traveled to Chicago to debate and vote on new policy, elect new MSS leaders, connect with chapters across the nation, and more! Our President also was in attendance.

We can't wait to see everyone we met again in November!

05/02/2025

WSUSOM AMA is excited to invite you to volunteer at our tutoring program with Friendship Baptist Church! Tutoring occurs Mondays and Thursdays from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM at Friendship Baptist Church at 3900 Beaubien Blvd, just a short walk from Scott Hall! You may stay for an additional hour (until 6:30 PM) and earn one extra SL hour!

Tutors will help students in grades 1-8 with homework and content review. Topics include language arts, science, math, and more. Tutors may use their devices to aid in tutoring as needed.

Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/RjzyhNT

04/17/2025

WSUSOM AMA is hosting our Meet the Matched event Tuesday, April 22nd from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM on Zoom! Attendees can learn how matched M4s' involvement in the AMA and political advocacy built valuable experiences that they were able to transfer to their residency applications and future careers! There will be a Q&A!

The classes of 2026, 2027, and 2028 can check their emails for the Zoom meeting information!

03/04/2025

Thanks to everyone who came to our Resolution Writing Workshop today! We hope to see you all turn your ideas into real AMA resolutions!

02/24/2025

Join us on March 3 for our Spring AMA Resolution Writing Workshop! Learn how to write AMA legislation and advocate on the national level for a better healthcare system. Food will be provided!

This event will be eligible for 1 SL Outreach Hour!

Sign up here (cap of 25 spots): https://forms.gle/ELHkwbdjQK8BooYS8

02/18/2025

Big news: Congress just introduced the Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act of 2025 (H.R. 879)! This could be an important piece of legislation for helping Detroit's small practices stay afloat while serving more underserved Medicare patients!

Contact your representatives and voice your support!

Sources:
1.https://fixmedicarenow.org/sites/default/files/2025-01/Medicare%20Gap%20Chart_2025.pdf
2. https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/medicare-medicaid/physicians-press-congress-back-2-medicare-pay-boost-2025
3. https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/879/text
4.https://www.ama-assn.org/system/files/2025-nac-action-kit.pdf

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