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12 Min Read

Physician contracting: Understanding letters of intent

This is a key element in physician contract negotiations. Also, find out when should you retain an attorney during the contracting process.

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Residency Finance
Transitioning to Practice
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14 Min Read

Top questions to help master life as a second-year medical student

This AMA FAQ helps medical students navigate the second year of training by offering insight on some common questions. 

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
Jennifer Jorgensen, MD
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6 Min Read

What it's like in gastroenterology: Shadowing Dr. Jorgensen

Jennifer Jorgensen, MD, of Confluence Health, says gastroenterology is a diverse specialty with fun-loving colleagues and appreciative patients.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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6 Min Read

How making a big move can reshape your Match rank-order list

If you are pondering a major change in geography for physician residency, consider this expert advice on how to balance location preferences and future goals.

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Residency Prep
The Road to Residency
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16 Min Read

Top questions to help master life as a first-year medical student

This AMA FAQ helps medical students get off to a strong start by answering some of their most common questions. 

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Med School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 Min Read

After the residency interview: To learn more, here’s what to do

A former residency program director outlines how physician residency applicants can gather more information to guide decision-making, even after the interview.

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Residency Prep
The Road to Residency
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3 Min Read

These books can boost your specialty knowledge on rotation

In general surgery, radiology and more, physicians weigh in with specialty-specific books to help medical students to get up to speed. 

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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5 Min Read

5 things to do if you aren’t getting enough residency interviews

Have patience, understand the context and work your network. Learn from an expert about other moves to make if your interview count’s on the low side.

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Residency Prep
The Road to Residency
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5 Min Read

Future physicians: When's the right time to choose a specialty?

No decision a medical student makes will impact where that career ends up more than picking a specialty. When should medical student make that decision?  

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Specialty Profiles
The Road to Residency