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Negotiating 1st physician contract can be scary—it doesn’t have to be

It’s normal to be apprehensive when responding to your first physician job offer. Get expert advice on how to overcome such fears. 

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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You need expert help with your contract. Here’s how to find it.

Physician employment law is a highly specialized domain. The right legal support can help you navigate contract review and negotiation.

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How to help senior residents pick their practice settings

Residency program directors can share this resource for creating practical, personalized plans for the critical next step in their medical careers.

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Transitioning to Practice
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What I wish I knew in residency about being an employed physician

AMA member Alisha Reiss, MD, didn’t get all the info she needed about the employed setting in residency. One tip: Don’t get wowed by that first offer.

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In 1st physician job, onboarding needs to emphasize relationships

Professional relationships are pivotal to long-term physician satisfaction. Learn how to evaluate an employer’s commitment to helping you build them.

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Transitioning to Practice
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What to look for in EHR onboarding at your first physician job

EHR support is crucial in the transition to practice. Find out what optimal EHR onboarding consists of and how the process unfolds.

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AMA Business of Medicine education program

Learn how the AMA helps practicing physicians manage a successful medical practice and be effective leaders in shaping their sustainable future.

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AMA Business of Medicine Advisory Committee

Leaders on the AMA Business of Medicine Advisory Committee play a critical role in the development of the Business in Medicine initiative. Learn more.

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Why ramp-up time is pivotal in first physician job onboarding

The transition to practice introduces physicians to a new learning curve. Find out what kind of ramp-up you should expect in your first job after residency training.

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