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Why a doctor's loan could be right for you during residency

A doctor’s loan allows resident physicians to purchase a home with little or no money down. Is it the right move for you?

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency
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Top 5 factors fellowship program directors look for in applicants

If you have personal experience with a program director or are recommended by a trusted colleague, you have a leg up as a subspecialty fellowship applicant. 

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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Family time: How much parental leave do medical residents get?

Many medical residents plan on having children before finishing their training. Residency programs’ parental leave policies are inconsistent.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Looking for a fellowship? Here’s how much you’ll spend to do it.

For trainees, the cost of applying for and interviewing with fellowship programs is an investment in their future. It can also be a big expense.

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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Should you moonlight while you’re a medical resident?

Medical residents are busy and burdened by debt. Moonlighting can address one of those problems. Find out how to weigh the pros and cons.

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency
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How medical residents can make the most of their time off

Residents get a few weeks a year away from the strains of hours on end in the hospital or clinic. Follow this advice to get the most out of that precious vacation.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Buying vs. renting a home

Gain helpful and relevant insight to aid you in making a decision on buying or renting a home.

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency
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Understanding debt & credit scores

Making the right choices now could save you considerable financial burden in the future.

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency
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5 tips to start and grow a happy family during residency

Residency often coincides with the time when many young physicians would like to start families, but undertaking these two life events simultaneously can be daunting. A third-year family medicine resident with three young children recently shared her tips for making it work with minimal stress.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency