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Burnout higher among med students, residents than their peers

Medical students and residents are more likely to be burned out, depressed or fatigued compared to similarly aged college graduates pursuing other careers, according to recent research.

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Where future doctors in the know take their study breaks

As a medical student, you devote your days to learning more about clinical care, medical research and health policy.

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