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Anatomy of a lawsuit: What medical residents need to know

A medical liability case can represent a years-long trek through the legal system. Understand the basics before getting to the courthouse door.

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Are you a sleep deprived medical resident? 4 symptoms to watch for

Sleep deprivation can have severe effects on the overall well-being of medical residents. Find out how to detect the signs of sleep deprivation.

Resident Wellness
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What medical residents must know to excel in team-based care

Medical residents can meet ACGME core-competency requirements while learning how they fit and function on interprofessional teams.

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1 big mistake medical residents must avoid: Assumptions

Medical residents can meet ACGME core-competency requirements while learning how to better care for a diverse patient population.

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4 energy-boosting tips to help residents as shifts drag on

We spoke with residents to get a few pick-me-ups that can help buoy a sleep-deprived trainee during their longest stints on call.

Resident Wellness
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To excel as a care team, members must know their roles

Ensuring high-quality, efficient patient care in interprofessional teams requires defined roles, thorough communication and deft leadership.

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At Brown, syllabus covers treating opioid-use disorder

A program at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is creating physicians equipped to treat opioid-use disorder as residents.

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To err is human. To speak up? It depends, study says

Residents are much less likely to say something when an attending physician is involved in unsafe or unprofessional behavior.

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3 tips for new med school grads facing old 24-hour shift

After a six-year hiatus, first-year residents will again contend with longer shifts. How to cope? Seasoned residents offer perspectives and advice.

Transition to Residency