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What residency programs must teach about privacy, confidentiality

The AMA offers expert training on patient privacy and confidentiality and why they matter.

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Didn't match? How to come back stronger next residency-selection cycle

One failed Match should not define your career. Bounce back with expert advice on reapplying to physician residency programs.

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
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4 tips to help medical students nail the virtual research poster

Presenting a virtual research poster is both art and science. Key tips on design, flow and delivery help ensure your work makes a lasting impression.

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Publishing Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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What it's like to specialize in anesthesiology: Shadowing Dr. Kacher Cobb

Jill Kacher Cobb, MD, of Sutter Health, says connecting with patients and gaining their trust brings joy in practicing medicine as an anesthesiologist. 

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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How to make time to eat—and eat right—during physician residency

Skipping meals isn’t sustainable, nor is subsisting on sugary snacks. Plan ahead to make smarter food choices the default while you focus on learning.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Step 2 scores decoded: What they mean for your Match prospects

How might your score on the USMLE Step 2 CK affect your residency-application approach? Dive into the NRMP data for MDs, DOs and IMGs.

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
The Road to Residency
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Senate budget-reconciliation bill risks worsening access to care

Bill would make it harder for patients to get and stay covered, fails to address Medicare pay, and eliminates loan options vital to medical students.  

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Federal Advocacy
Fighting for Physicians
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Resident and Fellow Well-Being

This AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy webinar will explore key strategies for improving well-being programs for residents and fellows.

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Events
AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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4 tips for residency applicants to wisely use program signals

At least 27 physician specialties use program signals. What does the data show about the feature’s most effective use cases in residency selection?

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency