Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH, named AAMC chief scientific officer
The AAMC has named Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH, as its next chief scientific officer. Dr. Fuentes-Afflick currently serves as professor of pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and vice dean for the UCSF School of Medicine at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. She will provide leadership and vision for addressing research and science policy and other related critical issues facing academic medicine, medical schools, teaching hospitals, and health systems. “Elena has an impressive and robust background in medicine, public health, and academic leadership, and I am delighted she will be bringing her passion, talent, and experience to the AAMC and our constituents,” said David J. Skorton, MD, AAMC president and CEO. “She has dedicated her life’s work to addressing health disparities and promoting diversity in academic medicine and medical research, and her passion and drive in advancing these efforts in the science and research community is critical now more than ever. I am thrilled to welcome her to the AAMC.” Dr. Fuentes-Afflick will join the AAMC on July 16.
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HRSA increases loan repayment for primary care providers in high need areas
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), has announced that it has increased by 50% the initial loan repayment amount available to primary care providers—MDs and DOs, including OB-GYNs and pediatricians; nurse practitioners; certified nurse midwives; and physician assistants—who commit to practicing in areas with significant shortages of primary care providers. With the growing cost of medical school and increased challenges in recruiting primary care providers to high need areas, this action will help rural and historically underserved communities attract providers to deliver critical primary care services. These providers could have as much as $75,000 forgiven in exchange for a two-year service commitment.
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AAMCNews: Bootcamps prepare graduating medical students for the rigors of residency
This summer, tens of thousands of newly minted doctors will start their residencies. Medical school bootcamps help get them ready with practice in hands-on procedures and real-world skills.
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AAMCNews: Men and mental health: What are we missing?
Physicians often fail to treat men’s mental health issues effectively. Better training and empathy for the distinct symptoms and societal expectations men face can help.
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VaccineVoices: As measles outbreaks increase, CDC sounds the alarm
Experts have seen measles outbreaks in 18 states this year. Here’s what public health officials are saying and why vaccination is critical.
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