The American Medical Student Association (AMSA) is a national organization representing physicians-in-training that advocates for improvements in medical education and public health. Founded in 1950, AMSA works to promote health equity, patient advocacy, and social accountability in medicine while supporting professional development for medical and premedical students.
AMSA typically advocates for policies related to public health, healthcare access and affordability, student debt relief, medical education reform, health equity, reproductive health, climate and health, and expanded access to primary care and preventive services.
Primarily funded through membership dues, grants, program revenue, and individual donations.
Affiliated with medical student chapters at accredited U.S. medical schools and collaborates with organizations such as the American Public Health Association and other health professional associations.
Non-profit organization
