Transitioning to Practice

IMGs: Heed these 4 tips to pursue academic medicine career

These four tips can help IMG residents make a smooth transition to working as a faculty member in an academic setting.

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Nov 19, 2019 ·

How one health system uses mentoring to help new physicians succeed

The transition from residency to physician practice can be stressful. Learn how this health system helps new doctors feel welcome and pursue their career goals.

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Jun 28, 2019 ·

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How to get what you want in your first job out of residency

What are final-year residents entering the job market looking for? And how can they get it? Survey data and AMA experts shed lots of light.

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Apr 1, 2019 ·

Want to follow a nonclinical career path? Here’s how it’s done.

Working in the news media, the courts or in academia are among the paths that diverge from full-time patient care. Learn more about alternative-career options from three physicians who’ve been there.

Dec 10, 2018 ·

The 5 things an employer is looking for in a resident's CV

It isn’t enough to have years of education, training and accomplishments. To get hired, you need a physician CV in tip-top shape.

Jun 30, 2017 ·

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So you’re an employed physician: What you ought to know

Contract termination, non-compete clauses and dispute resolution are among the essentials employed doctors should understand.

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Exploring practice options for physicians & residents

Download the PDF to explore options from which physicians can choose practice settings based on specialty, geography, and the patient population, among others.

Oct 7, 2015 ·

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6 terms to know for the business side of medicine

Few programs prepare physicians-in-training how to secure a job or decipher an employment contact. Here are the top business terms and skills young physicians should master before completing residency.

Sep 8, 2015 ·

6 steps for building a competitive CV

A strong curriculum vitae is more than a summary of your experience—it’s a chance to show residency program directors how and why you’re exactly who they want. As you apply for a medical residency, get ahead of your competition with these 6 expert tips on building your CV.

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