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In the transition to practice, consider your own backyard

Staying in the organization where you trained can be the right fit. Learn more with Bayhealth family physician Paulina McCabe, DO.

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International Medical Graduates (IMG) toolkit: Academic opportunities & scope of practice

IMG physicians are encouraged to choose an academic career as diversity is a strong determinant of innovation in medicine.

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What’s it mean to be a young physician? First, professionalism

As they look toward transitioning to practice, resident physicians might wonder what older generations are likely to expect of them. 

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Finding the best people to write residency letters of recommendation

Who should write your letters of recommendation for residency applications and what do they need from you? A physician expert offers insight.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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IMG residency-applicant interviews: Follow these do’s and don’ts

International medical graduates (IMGs) face special challenges in physician residency interviews. These tips can set you apart.

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The Road to Residency
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What I wish I knew in residency about pursuing academic medicine

AMA member Kavita Shah Arora, MD, MBE, has worked in academia for more than a decade since residency. Here’s what she has learned.

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What I wish I knew in residency about being an employed physician

AMA member Alisha Reiss, MD, didn’t get all the info she needed about the employed setting in residency. One tip: Don’t get wowed by that first offer.

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IMGs need mentorship, perseverance to succeed in U.S. medicine

International medical graduates (IMGS) often face an uphill path, but AMA member Kamalika Roy, MD, says it’s a road worth taking.

International Medical Education
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Tell a cohesive story on your physician residency application

What drives you to pursue a specialty? Tying that ambition to your experiences and other qualifications is key to a standout application packet.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency