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Advice for young, job-seeking physicians on assessing practice culture

Learn what physicians seeking their first job after residency should know to get a beat on whether a practice’s culture is the right fit.

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Why the transition to practice is harder for radiation oncologists

Research sheds light on how the challenge of transitioning from residency to attending physician varies by specialty. Learn more with the AMA.

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Young doctors should know pros, cons of these 4 practice settings

Young physicians are wise to keep an eye out for their next practice opportunity. Find out what to look for with this expert advice from the AMA.

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Pearl of the week: Understand your priorities for your next job

Find resources on physician career development and what to look for in your next practice. 

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What resident physicians considering an academic career should know

Residents pondering a career in academic medicine can gain helpful insights from physicians who have thrived in that setting. Learn more with the AMA.

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Follow principles in 6 key areas to protect employed physicians

Most physicians are now employed. The AMA outlines essentials on contracts, payment agreements, conflicts of interest, patient advocacy and more.

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First physician job post-residency often a way station: survey

It used to be that physicians spent about six years on average at their first job after training. But in recent years, that’s changed. Learn more.

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How wide a net should doctors cast in post-residency job search?

Weighing personal, professional against available physician job opportunities can be a delicate balance. Learn more with the AMA.

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3 top reasons why doctors are selling their practices to hospitals

Analysis details decade-long move toward physician employment. Learn more with the AMA about why some physician practices get put up for sale.

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