Welcome to AMEC 2025!

AMEC offers educational workshops and programs focused on academic and clinical success, professional development and personal growth. With a plethora of educational workshops and programs focused on academic and clinical success, professional development, and personal growth, AMEC is a premier experience that catapults attendees toward becoming “clinically excellent, culturally competent, & socially conscious” physicians. Attendees will also enjoy the unique opportunity to network with colleagues, physicians, medical school/residency program representatives, and partners from all over the country.

The theme for this year’s AMEC is “Higher: Surpassing, Optimizing, Advancing and Reimagining our Purpose,” invites us to elevate our collective purpose as we surpass expectations, optimize our resources, and reimagine the possibilities for the future. Join thought leaders, innovators, and visionaries as we explore new heights in our journey toward excellence. Whether you’re seeking inspiration or collaboration this conference is designed to push the boundaries of what’s possible and help you reach new levels of impact and success.

Conference Program & Events
Workshops
We are excited to host our AMEC 2025 and present engaging workshops, dynamic speakers and panels that will provide unique insights for inspiring both student and professional audiences. Mainstage plenary sessions and panels will address topics such as: tackling the complexities of implicit bias and microaggressions in medical education, the impact of violence on public health, and the importance of physician advocacy in health care.

Tracks of Focus
General Track
Medical Student
Premedical Forum
Fourth Year & Beyond
Health Policy & Advocacy Forum
Physician-Research Initiative (PRI)
Pipeline
Wellness

Networking Opportunities
Premedical Recruitment Fair
The Premedical Fair is designed for premedical students attending the conference and features medical school programs, post-baccalaureate programs, MCAT test prep services, scholarships, mentoring programs and more!

Professional Exhibit Hall
With over 2500 attendees projected to attend this year, AMEC 2025 offers student attendees and exhibitors three days of opportunities to engage and network in the Professional Exhibit Hall. In the Professional Exhibit Hall attendees can expect attendance from medical societies, residency and fellowship programs, and medical education resources, such as board reviews, scholarships, internships and more!

Conference Events
AMEC offers many opportunities for engagement and networking. Over the programming days, skills-based workshops, and our evenings offer a welcome reception, sponsored receptions, the Board of Directors Banquet and more!

Attendee Cancellation Policy 
All refund requests must be submitted in writing to memberinfo@snma.org with subject line: AMEC 2025 Attendee Registration Refund.

· Full refund of registration fee until January 31, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
· Eligible for 50% refund on registration fees from February 1 until February 28, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
· Eligible for 25% refund on registration fees from March 1 until March 14, 2025 at 11:59pm EST
· No refunds on or after midnight starting March 17, 2025
· No refunds for no-shows
· No exchanges, transfers or substitutions allowed

 
General Terms & Conditions
NOTE: SNMA reserves the right to cancel registration for non-compliance with AMEC Policies, Terms and Conditions.

INHERENT RISKS
The Student National Medical Association is committed to providing a safe and healthy experience for all participants, vendors, and guests at our events.

There is an inherent risk in attending an in-person event regardless of your vaccination status. By purchasing and attending any in-person event, you assume those risks and will hold harmless the Student National Medical Association for any injuries, or illness, including Covid-19, while participating, and/or attending a SNMA event.

MASKS ARE OPTIONAL
Due to the evolving nature of COVID-19, SNMA reserves the right to revise this policy, in its sole discretion, and all event participants will be required to abide by the most up-to-date policy. SNMA will provide all event registrants with notice regarding any changes to this policy.

PHOTO RELEASE
SNMA has official photographers and videographers documenting AMEC activities. Photos and videos taken may be used in future SNMA publications, including the Journal of the Student National Medical Association, the SNMA Annual Report, and other informational and promotional materials, on its social media accounts, and on the SNMA website, www.snma.org. By registering, you agree to permit SNMA to use photos and videos, which may include exhibit personnel or representatives, in all media formats.

ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
The SNMA is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to sharing information and open communications. Organizations with declared restrictions in recruitment, training, and employment, based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability will be viewed as non-compliant. SNMA does not restrict or limit participation by anyone who has met the participation criteria, including payment of the required fees.

OPINION DISCLAIMER
The SNMA’s AMEC is an educational program where information is presented in various formats. Views expressed at AMEC including during sessions, workshops, and presentations are solely the speakers’ and do not reflect the official views or policies of the SNMA, its sponsors, and/or its partners.

CODE OF CONDUCT
Disruptive Conduct– SNMA reserves the right to remove you from the Annual Medical Education Conference (AMEC) if SNMA, in its sole discretion, determines that your participation or behavior create a disruption or hinders the enjoyment of AMEC content by other participants. Acts of violence including berating, belittling any staff, vendors or participants are grounds for immediate removal.