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Succeeding in medical school

Discover resources and guidance on how to make the most of medical school with the AMA.

Medical School Life
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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.

Transition from Resident to Attending
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Success in medical school: Research

Conducting and publishing research in medical school is a great way to deepen your medical student experience. Learn more with the AMA.  

Medical School Life
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Applying to physician residency programs

Having a mental map of the steps and documentation required to apply to residencies will help ensure a successful journey.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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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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Physician Health
Transitioning to Practice
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Get up to speed on medicine’s business side before clerkship

Many medical students graduate with little understanding of how practice settings differ. An online training series demystifies daily life in each.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Succeeding in Medical School
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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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Transitioning to Practice
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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.

Health Equity
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What employed physicians should know about noncompete clauses

With more states moving to ban noncompete clauses, the legal landscape is becoming more complex. A legal expert outlines some essentials.

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