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6 Min Read

What I wish I knew in residency about effective teamwork

AMA member Stephanie Strohbeen, MD, says learning to be a great teammate is one of the biggest growth experiences in residency.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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1 Min Read

National Physician Suicide Awareness Day information

National Physician Suicide Awareness Day, observed each year on Sept. 17, highlights the alarming rates of physician suicide and the need for greater support in health care.

Physician Health
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3 Min Read

Here's how many residency programs med students really apply to

How many applications are typical among physician residency applicants? The number is going to depend largely on which specialty you’re applying to.

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Residency Prep
The Road to Residency
AMA Update for Sept. 13, 2024: QIPS in health care: Quality improvement training for residents and the importance of patient safety
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8 Min Read

QIPS in health care: Quality improvement training for residents and the importance of patient safety

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about quality improvement training for residents.

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Improve GME
AMA Update
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8 Min Read

QIPS in health care: Quality improvement training for residents and the importance of patient safety [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about quality improvement training for residents.

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Improve GME
AMA Update Podcast
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5 Min Read

Medical school scholarships—5 things medical students should know

When looking for medical school scholarship funding, one faculty member offers a playbook for students that leaves no stone unturned.

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Med School Prep
Succeeding in Medical School
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6 Min Read

Five physician specialties that spend the most time in the EHR

A new study compares EHR time demands among specialties, as well as which physicians are required to do the most work after hours.

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Natasha Prince, MD
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6 Min Read

What it's like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Prince

Natasha Prince, MD, an ob-gyn, says that while days can be long, nothing beats being involved in the birth of a baby.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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4 Min Read

3 tips to effectively manage debt during physician residency

As resident physicians begin their careers, they are trying to build their credit and avoid high-interest consumer debt. Here’s how to prioritize.

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency