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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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Recipe for more rural physicians: More exposure in residency training

With evidence that rural training creates more rural physicians, pathway programs that focus on creating increased exposure are vital.

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Thriving in Residency
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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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4 tech questions for young doctors to ask before joining a practice

In evaluating your first or next physician practice, there are some key technology factors to consider. Learn more with the AMA.

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6 things medical students should know about physician compensation

Compensation can be a piece in picking a career path. Here's what medical students should know about how much physicians get paid by specialty.

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7 key players to boost the future of physicians in private practice

Private practice doctors deliver flexible, high-quality care, but they face challenges at every turn. Find out what’s needed to better support them.

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Omar Maniya, MD, MBA, on med students eyeing career in private practice

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with Omar Maniya, MD, MBA, on pursuing careers in private practice.

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The business side of medicine: 5 key lessons for resident physicians

Giving residents an overview on key subjects related to the business of medicine will smooth the transition to practice. Learn more with the AMA.

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