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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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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.

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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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Look out for these land mines in hospital employment contracts

Reading a contract may be tedious, but spotting problematic language could save you years of disappointment. Learn more with the AMA.

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What employed physicians should know about collective bargaining

With physician employment now the norm, some doctors are exploring unionization as a way to address working conditions. Learn more with the AMA.

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Creating a standout medical CV

Learn to write a medical curriculum vitae (CV) to emphasize your discipline-specific professional accomplishments and advance your physician career.

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5 networking tips for job-seeking residents, fellows

The power of networking, when harnessed correctly, can be a major asset to physicians as they pursue their first job out of residency or fellowship.

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Advancing Gender Equity in Medicine: Resources for physicians

Promoting gender equity in medicine requires an acknowledgement of the underlying causes of gender-based disparities, creation of policies and resources that will promote gender equity.

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