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Erica Bechtel, MD
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9 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in PM&R: Shadowing Dr. Bechtel

For Erica Bechtel, MD, of Confluence Health, the reward in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) is helping patients regain function.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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5 Min Read

Alive! Alert! Awake! Resident physicians offer sleep-hygiene tips

Night float, 24-hour call or day-night transitions? Here’s how residents are approaching sleep hygiene to stay sharp on the wards.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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4 Min Read

Do’s, don’ts for writing a physician residency personal statement

Writing your residency application personal statement? Learn what program directors say makes one effective, and what could cost you an interview spot.

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
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9 Min Read

The PGY-2 playbook: 7 ways resident physicians can own their new role

After gaining footing as interns, second-year residents take on a new role and increased responsibility. These tips help new PGY-2s excel.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Thriving in residency

Turn to the AMA for timely guidance on making the most of medical residency.

Residency Life
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7 Min Read

Which specialties value research output the most for Match?

Medical student research experience among residency applicants is common, but not always decisive. Learn about the physician specialties where it matters most.

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
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5 Min Read

In physician job search, disability coverage should be on radar

Residents have an opportunity to lock in relatively low-cost coverage that layers on top of the group coverage offered by potential employers.

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Residency Finance
Transitioning to Practice
Jeffrey Pratt, MD
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5 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in orthopaedic surgery: Shadowing Dr. Pratt

Jeffrey Pratt, MD, MPH, of Confluence Health, says one of the keys to being a successful orthopaedic surgeon is committing to the work on a daily basis.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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3 Min Read

How resident physicians can create a respectful environment

Residents share the responsibility to create an effective and respectful learning environment. The AMA has advice on how to make that happen. 

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