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Why professional judgment needs to be in your employment contract

Working for a hospital can challenge a physician’s ethical duty to patients. Learn about employment-contract language that can help protect you.

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Solo? Group? Academia? Pros and cons to these practice settings

Residents and fellows deciding on a practice setting should be armed with all the relevant details. Learn more with the AMA.

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5 things young physicians should know about mentor relationships

Seeking out mentors once you move from training to practice can be a bit more difficult, but it remains key to navigating your career.

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Advice for young, job-seeking physicians on assessing practice culture

Learn what physicians seeking their first job after residency should know to get a beat on whether a practice’s culture is the right fit.

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Say goodbye to physician residency—and medical student-loan debt?

Learn how employer-sponsored hiring incentives can help residents transitioning to practice pay off an average medical school debt of $100,000.

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Transitioning to Practice
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Why you need an exit plan in your physician employment contract

The termination provision deserves special scrutiny because it can gravely affect your long-term employability. Learn more with the AMA.

Transition from Resident to Attending
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Expert tips help doctors navigate private practice challenges

Listen and learn with a podcast series that guides physicians in private practice to find efficiencies and improve business operations.

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Understanding physician employment contracts

Find out what you need to know before signing a physician employment contract. Read up on how to understand your compensation package and more.

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Why the transition to practice is harder for radiation oncologists

Research sheds light on how the challenge of transitioning from residency to attending physician varies by specialty. Learn more with the AMA.

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