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Application fees and travel expenses for residency can be costly, which is why program directors are piloting new ways to interview applicants via videoconferencing. Follow these expert tips for success, should your prospective residency programs offer video interviews.

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As a medical student, do you ever wonder what it’s like to specialize in adolescent medicine? Meet Caroline Barangan, MD, a 12-year veteran of adolescent medicine. Read her insights to help determine whether a career in adolescent medicine might be a good fit for you.

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What it's like to be in adolescent and internal medicine: Shadowing Dr. Rohr-Kirchgraber

As a med student, do you ever wonder what it’s like to specialize in adolescent and/or internal medicine? Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber, MD, talks about how her practice lifestyle, challenges of caring for patients and other topics.

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When it comes to choosing a medical specialty, do you ever wonder what it would be like to pursue psychiatry? Claudia Reardon, MD, an assistant professor and psychiatrist shares insights to help you decide if a career in psychiatry is a good fit for you.

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Will gender influence your specialty? Physicians offer insights

Does gender impact the culture of a specialty? Get the inside scoop with unique perspectives from women in psychiatry, adolescent medicine and internal medicine—plus their top tips for success in the field.

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6 steps for building a competitive CV

A strong curriculum vitae is more than a summary of your experience—it’s a chance to show residency program directors how and why you’re exactly who they want. As you apply for a medical residency, get ahead of your competition with these 6 expert tips on building your CV.

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Your checklist for success in your third year of med school

After two years of lectures, labs and exams, plunging into the third year of medical school is an exciting time. As you transition from the classroom to clinic, here’s a checklist of tasks you’ll need to track as you apply for residency programs.

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What it's like to be in interventional radiology: Shadowing Dr. Ding

As a medical student, do you ever wonder what it’s like to specialize in interventional radiology? Alex Ding, MD, shares what it’s like to work in a hospital-based practice.

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