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Ethics

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How physicians’ duties grow when they serve in government

The pandemic has shined a brighter light on physicians in government roles. Learn about the ethical considerations with the AMA.
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Transition from Resident to Attending

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8 MIN READ

Physician contracting: What to look for in pay, benefits

money. Or is it? An AMA senior attorney explains what to look for in compensation and benefit packages.
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Residency Life

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4 MIN READ

Want to switch residency programs? 5 things you should know

Not every residency match is made to last, as more than 1,000 residents transfer programs each year. Learn more about the process with the AMA.
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Patient Support & Advocacy

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4 MIN READ

8 reasons patients don't take their medications

Patients don’t take medications as prescribed about half the time. A key to improving medication adherence is to understand why. Learn more.
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Population Care

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2 MIN READ

How to avoid bias in responding to suspected child abuse

Learn why evidence-based approaches offer solid ground, and find out more about the ethical complexities doctors face when dealing with child abuse.

USMLE® Step 3

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5 MIN READ

Kaplan USMLE Step 3 prep: Shortness of breath in woman with diabetes

The case: A 69-year-old woman with a 15-year history of type 2 diabetes mellitus presents with shortness of breath for two hours.

USMLE® Step 1 & 2

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5 MIN READ

Kaplan USMLE Step 2 prep: What do these lab studies reveal?

What condition do these laboratory studies reveal for this 81-year-old male patient found on his living room floor?
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Ethics

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2 MIN READ

How segregation’s legacy continues to shape U.S. health care

Legally sanctioned racial segregation in hospitals ended with implementation of the Civil Rights Act, but it remains embedded in health care.