American Medical Association (AMA) Foundation - Physicians of Tomorrow - Awards for Students in Medicine

Central application hub for the AMA Foundation, featuring information on the Physicians of Tomorrow Scholarship, Excellence in Medicine Awards, and the Leadership Development Institute.

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DeadlineFebruary 9, 2026; Notification to nominators: April 6, 2026

Award amount$10,000; $3,500 stipend (for AMA Foundation Award for Health Education); $2,500 grant honorarium directed to a nonprofit health organization; $2,500 monetary award (for AMA Foundation Award for Leadership in Medical Ethics and Professionalism); $420,000 total disbursed in 2025; $10,000 tuition assistance scholarship; $10,000 tuition assistance scholarships; $250,000 to directly support COVID-19 relief efforts

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AMA Foundation Excellence in Medicine Awards

Information page for the AMA Foundation's Excellence in Medicine Awards, which honor physicians and medical advocates for leadership, volunteerism, and service to underserved populations.

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Deadline

2026-02-09

Award amount

$2,500 grant honorarium directed to a nonprofit health organization

Eligibility

Physicians and medical advocates; Specific criteria vary by award category (e.g., senior physicians 55+ for Jack B. McConnell, MD, Award); Active in organized medicine (for specific awards)

Requirements

Leads through service, volunteerism, or advocacy; Has made a meaningful impact in their community; Demonstrates leadership beyond clinical practice; Advances access to care for underserved populations

Application materials

Online nomination form; Letter of recommendation (minimum one, up to five); Nominee CV or resume (optional but encouraged); Supplemental materials (optional)

How to apply

Complete the online nomination form via the application portal; Upload required letters of recommendation as a single file; Upload optional CV and supplemental materials as a single file; Review and submit

Important dates

Nominations open: October 27, 2025; Nomination deadline: February 9, 2026; Notification to nominators: April 6, 2026; Awards ceremony: June 2026

Contact

AMA Foundation, 330 N. Wabash Ave. Suite 39300, Chicago, IL 60611-5885

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