Transitioning to Practice

Avoid arbitration potholes in your physician employment contract

More physician employers are offering contracts requiring arbitration. Here’s what residents and early career doctors should know about the process.

Nov 7, 2025 ·

9 Min Read

Look for these 7 elements of a physician-focused contract

When you’re looking for your first job after residency, make sure your physician employment contract doesn’t lock you in to unfair terms.

Nov 4, 2025 ·

5 Min Read

That 1st job contract could set tone for your physician career

A veteran health care employment lawyer counsels residents transitioning to practice to avoid making costly assumptions on noncompete agreements.

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Oct 28, 2025 ·

Which practice settings are most likely to recruit physicians?

It’s not just hospitals, academia and medical groups anymore. Find out what’s changing and how it could affect your transition to practice.

Oct 21, 2025 ·

No, that physician employment contract is not set in stone

Cookie-cutter contracts are more the norm in today’s health care landscape. Find out what, and when, health care employers will negotiate.

Oct 14, 2025 ·

In physician bonuses, this key factor is on the wane

Recruiter data shows a long-term shift in how health care employers structure physician bonuses. Find out what’s changed and what to look for.

Oct 10, 2025 ·

8 Min Read

Can you trust that physician salary data? 5 things to look for

The varying salary figures that proliferate online can confuse physician job seekers. Here is what makes physician compensation data reliable.

Specialty Profiles

Sep 30, 2025 ·

4 Min Read

Are physician salaries going up for your specialty?

Data from a top physician recruiting firm shows physician specialist salaries are on the rise in many in-demand fields. Dig into the details.

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Sep 23, 2025 ·

8 Min Read

What I wish I knew in residency to think through my first job offer

As you transition to practice, look beyond salary, says AMA member Brandi Ring, MD. Dig deep on financial details and don’t forget to do a vibe check.