Authors of News & Leadership Viewpoints Bookmark Staff News Writer AMA Affiliated Groups News Writer, Authors Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team. News Authors Catalog of Topics Transition to Attending Nov 19, 2024 · 5 Min Read You just got a physician employment offer. Now what? A job offer is a good start, but only a signed contract will get you practicing and paid. Here’s a look at what you should do to get the best deal. Prep for Residency Nov 14, 2024 · 9 Min Read What it's like to specialize in radiology: Shadowing Dr. Arogundade Confluence Health’s Olaseni Arogundade, MD, says radiology involves limited patient contact, but helps doctors to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Prep for Residency Nov 8, 2024 · 5 Min Read What it's like in allergy and immunology: Shadowing Dr. Fraser AMA member Burcin Fraser, MD, of Privia Health, says that—depending on the setting— the work-life balance in allergy and immunology can be a big draw. Prep for Residency Oct 25, 2024 · 3 Min Read What it's like in general surgery: Shadowing Dr. Cehajic Boris Cehajic, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, says every general surgeon needs humility, focus and compassion and you must be able to deal with surprises. Prevention & Wellness Oct 16, 2024 · 2 Min Read Good sleep isn’t just a medical issue. It’s also an ethical one. Experts explore a phenomenon that typifies modern life—poor sleep—and investigates medicine’s role in coming up with a solution. Prep for Residency Oct 14, 2024 · 5 Min Read What it's like in infectious diseases: Shadowing Dr. Horberg As an infectious diseases physician at Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group, Michael A. Horberg, MD, remains vigilant in helping patients with HIV. Prep for Residency Oct 11, 2024 · 9 Min Read What it's like to specialize in hospital medicine: Shadowing Dr. Pierce C.J. Pierce, MD, a hospitalist at Confluence Health, at first didn’t think the specialty was for him. Now he couldn’t be happier with his work-life balance. Residency Finance UPDATED Oct 10, 2024 · 7 Min Read 3 key factors to assess physician disability insurance options Not every physician disability insurance policy is the same. Costs, definitions and riders are three important factors that doctors should consider. Load More