Career Planning Resource

Choosing a medical specialty

Gain insight into choosing a specialty, and guidance about the steps to take in medical school to enter a chosen training program.

Career Planning Resource

Manage medical student loans

Get tips for managing your medical student loans and understand your options for repayment.

Career Planning Resource

Understanding employment contracts

Find out what you need to know before signing a physician employment contract. Read up on how to understand your compensation package and more.

Career Planning Resource

Navigating state medical licensure

Each state requires practicing physicians to obtain medical licensing. Know what to expect when you apply for a medical license.

Career Planning Resource

Employment interview and negotiation tips

Get ready for your medical job interview with our interview top tips. We cover contract negotiation, the importance of consulting legal advice and more.

Career Planning Resource

Tips for negotiating employment contracts

Whether you are looking for your first job out of residency or have been practicing for years, negotiating your employment contract is important.

Career Planning Resource

Protecting professional practices

Steps for physicians as business owners to consider regarding protecting their practice and their partners.

Career Planning Resource

Evaluating a disability policy

There are several important provisions every physician should consider when evaluating a disability insurance policy.

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