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Andrew Larsen, MD
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Finding my place in medicine: Andrew Larsen, MD, family physician

After years of long hours, Dr. Larsen found at Confluence Health he was able to be more present in the exam room and enjoy more time with his family.

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Will your next employer do what it takes to fight physician burnout?

Residents seeking their first physician job should look for clear signs of a strong commitment to physician well-being.

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Cross DEA training requirement off your final-year residency checklist

Before you transition to practice, you must complete your MATE Act-required DEA training. An AMA Ed Hub course is tailored for your needs.

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5 questions can shape whether your 1st physician job's a good fit

Nearly 60% of doctors leave their first role within three years, report shows. No, it’s not all about compensation. Here’s what does matter.

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Avoid arbitration potholes in your physician employment contract

More physician employers are offering contracts requiring arbitration. Here’s what residents and early career doctors should know about the process.

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Yuka Tsukahara, MD
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Finding my place in medicine: Yuka Tsukahara, MD, PhD, family physician

Attracted by research potential and athlete diversity, Dr. Tsukahara chose University of Iowa Health Care to advance care in sports medicine.

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Finding My Place in Medicine
Physician signs a contract
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Look for these 7 elements of a physician-focused contract

When you’re looking for your first job after residency, make sure your physician employment contract doesn’t lock you in to unfair terms.

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That 1st job contract could set tone for your physician career

A veteran health care employment lawyer counsels residents transitioning to practice to avoid making costly assumptions on noncompete agreements.

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