AMA YouTube Video Citation Generator
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AMA Video Citation Format
YouTube Video:
TED Talk:
In-Text Citation:
AMA YouTube Video Citation Examples
YouTube Video (Organization)
In-text: Superscript number (e.g., ¹)
YouTube Video (Individual Author)
In-text: Superscript number (e.g., ²)
TED Talk
In-text: Superscript number (e.g., ³)
Medical Lecture / Educational Video
In-text: Superscript number (e.g., ⁴)
Surgical Technique Video
In-text: Superscript number (e.g., ⁵)
Examples formatted in AMA style
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When to Include the Accessed Date
AMA requires an accessed date for all online sources without a DOI, including videos:
Accessed Date Format
Use the full month name, day, and year — not numeric dates like "Accessed 01/15/2026." Place the accessed date immediately before the URL.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite a YouTube video in AMA format?
Format: Title of video. YouTube. Published Month Day, Year. Accessed Month Day, Year. URL. If a specific author or organization is identified, include them before the title. Example: The future of AI in medicine. YouTube. March 5, 2024. Accessed March 10, 2026. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=example
Do I include the channel name in an AMA YouTube citation?
If the video is produced by an identifiable author or organization, use them as the author. If the channel name is the only identifier, use it. For videos with no clear author, begin with the video title.
How do I cite a TED talk in AMA?
For TED talks, use: Speaker AA. Title of talk. TED. Published Month Day, Year. Accessed Month Day, Year. URL. If citing from YouTube, use the YouTube URL and format accordingly.
Is the accessed date required for AMA video citations?
Yes. AMA requires an accessed date for all online sources that do not have a DOI. Use the format: Accessed Month Day, Year. This is placed before the URL in the reference.
How do I cite a medical lecture video in AMA?
Use the same format as other online videos: Author/Presenter AA. Title of lecture. Platform name. Published date. Accessed date. URL. If the lecture is part of a course, include the course or series name.
What is the in-text citation for a YouTube video in AMA?
AMA uses superscript numbers for all in-text citations, including videos. The video receives a number based on the order it first appears in your text. Example: "As demonstrated in the surgical technique video.¹"
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