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What it’s like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Ring

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You worked hard to succeed in medical school, now own your next adventure. AMA is your ally on the journey to residency and beyond.

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Inside Match Day 2024: Nearly 39,000 matches—and some surprises

Record-high match rate for DOs, and one primary care specialty saw an unexpected number of unfilled slots. Learn more with the AMA.

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Residency specialties that medical students are researching most

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Top 10 specialties with the most medical residency positions

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If you don’t match, take these 5 tips from a SOAP survivor

Getting bad news on Monday of Match Week is stressful. A resident has guidance to help navigate the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP).

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Match: Which specialties place most residents through SOAP

More than 800 programs took part in the Supplement Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP) last year. Take a deeper dive behind the numbers. 

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Match Week FAQ: How to move forward when you don’t match

Residency applicants who fail to find a home on Match Day are filled with questions. The AMA gathered experts to offer practical answers.

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Top 10 physician specialties with the highest rates of depression

Physicians are at higher risk of burnout. Adverse professional experiences like not having enough PPE can contribute to depression as well. Learn more.

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