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Charles Lee, MD
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5 things to know about a career in correctional medicine

Despite starting his career as a radiologist, Charles Lee, MD, found his calling to be working as a physician in California prisons. Learn why this career path holds appeal.

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Murad Alqadi, MD
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3 things physicians should know about nonclinical careers

High-quality patient care is at the heart of medicine, but there are nonclinical careers in which physicians can make an impact. Learn more.

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How one employed physician found a new way to advocate for others

With physician employment now the norm in medicine, Nancy Fan, MD, chairs an AMA caucus that gives voice to the unique interests of employed doctors.

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AMA backs effort to ban many physician noncompete provisions

Unfair noncompete provisions affect nearly half of physicians. Delegates call for legislative action to stop them.

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4 things medical students should know about private practice

Trained emergency physician Omar Maniya, MD, now leads a primary care practice. Learn his advice for medical students about this practice setting.

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OK Boomer, MD: 4 steps to better communication across generations

As millennial physicians transition to practice, these four communication patterns can create more cohesion with their baby boomer colleagues.

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Evaluating a prospective physician employer

Take the stress and uncertainty out of job seeking. Get expert tips on how to do your homework on prospective employers.

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Boost for young doctors from notable upswing in physician job market

Top recruiting firm Merritt Hawkins saw a significant increase in requests for physician job searches from April 2021 to March 2022. Learn more with the AMA.

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Diving right in from residency to private practice

In this episode of AMA Thriving in Private Practice, learn how residents can prepare themselves for private practice setting in the future. 

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