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February 5, 2026By Physicians for a Healthy California General

The American Medical Association (AMA) is now accepting applications for the next cohort of its Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship, a leadership development program designed to help physicians build skills in policy advocacy and advance more equitable health outcomes.

The fellowship, offered in collaboration with the Satcher Health Leadership Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine, focuses on preparing physicians to address social and structural drivers of health through advocacy, community engagement and systems-level change. The program is designed for physicians who want to strengthen their ability to influence policy and lead efforts that improve health in historically underserved communities.

The fourth fellowship cohort will run from September 2026 through November 2027. The program begins with a three-day, in-person learning intensive and continues with monthly virtual sessions featuring national experts, scholars and policy leaders. Fellows will also participate in additional in-person convenings held in conjunction with key AMA meetings, providing opportunities for networking, mentorship and collaboration.

Physicians and residents with a demonstrated interest in advocacy and advancing optimal health outcomes are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have relevant professional experience; internships and graduate assistantships alone do not meet the program’s experience requirement. AMA membership is not required to participate.

Fellows who successfully complete the program receive a $15,000 stipend and are eligible for continuing medical education credit associated with fellowship activities.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on March 16, 2026. In addition to the application and curriculum vitae, candidates must arrange for three professional recommendation forms, which are due by April 10, 2026. Additional information and application materials are available on the AMA fellowship webpage.