Book Review: Layers of the Heart
Layers of the Heart is a newly published memoir by Dr. Catherine O’Riordan about her mother, Dr. Anna Connor O’Riordan, a pioneering pediatric cardiologist. At first glance, this book is […]
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Why the MWIA North American Regional Meeting Matters
By Dr. Shelley Ross Every time I attend an American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) meeting, I’m reminded why the relationships we’ve built across borders are so valuable. This September, we’ll […]
Member Spotlight: Dr. Natasha Driver — Evidence, Empathy, Action
Member Spotlight: Dr. Natasha Driver — Evidence, Empathy, Action Specialty: Obstetrics & GynecologyCurrent Position: Resident AMWA is pleased to spotlight Dr. Natasha Driver, an obstetrics and gynecology resident whose path […]
Learning to Listen: The Stories That Shape Us
My mother always told me I had the most vivid imagination. I channeled this creativity into stories about talking animals, garbage-truck adventures, and even encounters with God. I even concocted […]
Hair, Health, and Disparities: The Unseen Medical Burden of Beauty Norms
Authors: Jacqueline Ugwuneri, Meghan Etsey, Rhea Manohar, MPH; Brianna Clark, DO on behalf of the AMWA Gender Equity Task Force For many African American women, hair maintenance is not merely […]
Whose Cells are They Anyways? Equity, Ethics, and the Legacy of HeLa
Authors: Rhea Manohar, MPH; Chelsea Oppong, MS; Leila Metellus, MS; Ariela Marshall, MD on behalf of the AMWA Gender Equity Task Force Henrietta Lacks. Her story, one that could fill […]
How Will You Pay for Medical School in a New Era for Student Loans?
Learn How You Can Finance Your Medical Degree at the Lowest Rates In the fall of 2026, medical school loans will be capped at $50,000 per year, leaving a large […]
ADHD in Women: Why Medical Education Keeps Missing the Diagnosis
Authors: Lauren Wallace; Meghan Etsey; Yun Weisholtz, MD-PhD on behalf of the AMWA Gender Equity Task Force She was the organized one. The reliable one. The straight-A student who turned […]
AMWA 111 Poster and Oral Presentation Trainee Competition Winners
A longstanding tradition of the American Medical Women’s Association Annual Meeting is the opportunity to showcase emerging research and scholarship from students and trainees. At AMWA 111, participants presented innovative […]
Insights on Addressing Physician Burnout
Tips for recognizing and managing healthcare burnout throughout your medical education, training, and practice. by Dr. Tianne Foster, a globally trained medical professional specializing in burnout prevention and workplace well-being, […]