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6 tips to help PGY-1s level up for second half of intern year

As first-year resident physicians take on greater responsibility, honing efficiency and sharpening communication skills can help them thrive.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency

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How to know you’re picking the right physician subspecialty

You may have entered residency with a certain path in mind, but it’s OK to change your mind. Three steps will help you confirm your career direction.

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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How to give resident physicians the peer support they need

How much does peer support matter? Exclusive AMA survey data tells the tale. Learn how residency programs can create space for it to flourish.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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These physician specialties have the biggest gender imbalances

Which medical, surgical and other specialties are tilted most toward men or women physicians entering residency? Time to run the numbers.

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Specialty Profiles
Thriving in Residency
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Half of physician residents and fellows report burnout symptoms

That is down from the 60% rate found in 2012, yet still higher than that of practicing physicians and other U.S. workers in the same age group.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Want a better residency experience? Here’s what works

HCA Healthcare is taking dramatic strides to improve resident well-being. Progress can start with a simple question: What does the resident want to do?

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Residency is hard every day. Here’s the support you deserve.

Confidential, convenient access to counseling is a win-win for resident physicians and the health systems where they train. Here’s what to ask for.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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11 Min Read

Why many resident physicians still have trouble asking for help

AMA-exclusive survey shows many residents can’t access mental health care or fear a career setback. Get the details and learn what needs to change.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Considering fellowship? Check in on the latest applicant trends

The competitiveness picture looks different for fellowship. Dive into the NRMP’s 2025 appointment-year fellowship Match data for subspecialty information. 

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency