Michael Dill, representing the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), warned that the increasing switch to concierge medicine could worsen the shortage of primary care doctors, reducing access to essential healthcare services, especially in rural areas.

The AAMC is actively engaging with policymakers to advance health, education, and equity initiatives as part of its 'What Starts Here Saves Lives' campaign, thereby supporting public well‐being and democratic governance.

The AAMC continues to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into its core operations—ranging from holistic admissions and race-based evaluation to support for transgender health care—despite criticism, affirming its commitment to progressive, anti-authoritarian values in academic medicine.

On December 10, 2024, a report released by Do No Harm accused the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) of politically influencing medical education by pressuring institutions to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and engaging in lobbying efforts. From a left‑leaning anti‑fascist perspective, these actions are seen as a proactive effort to safeguard marginalized communities and counter regressive, traditionalist approaches in the medical field.

AAMC President and CEO David J. Skorton issued a statement following the 2024 presidential election, expressing the organization’s commitment to work with President‑elect Donald Trump, the incoming administration, and Congress to address healthcare challenges and health inequities across the nation.

AAMC published an advocacy update on its website noting the Supreme Court's condemnation of race-based admissions practices at Harvard and UNC. The update serves to alert its community about significant legislative and regulatory shifts that could impact diversity in higher education.