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Top reasons residents leave their programs--and why they stay

A new study published in JAMA Surgery found that more than half of general surgery residents have seriously considered leaving their training programs. The findings offer insight for graduate medical education programs and residents as they progress through their training.

Resident Wellness
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Exposure to pharma reps affects trainees' Rx knowledge: Study

Medical students and residents who report higher levels of pharmaceutical marketing interactions were more likely to prescribe brand name drugs and less likely to rely on evidence-based treatment options, according to a study in JAMA Internal Medicine.

Improve GME
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Physical activity helps older adults stay mobile longer: JAMA study

A structured, moderate-intensity physical activity program compared with a health education program reduced major mobility disability over 2.6 years among older adults at risk for disability, according to a recent study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).

Population Health
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How to get your research published

Don’t make these mistakes when submitting your research for publication in a medical journal. Follow tips about the importance of a good abstract, don’t exaggerate your findings and work on revisions.

Research in Residency
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Diabetes takes center stage in JAMA

A special theme issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) released this week examines a variety of issues that will impact the treatment and prevention of diabetes, one of the most troubling epidemics in the United States and around the globe.

Chronic Diseases
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JAMA takes close look at cardiovascular health

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) released spotlight studies that relate to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease in conjunction with the American College of Cardiology’s Scientific Sessions 2014.  One study highlights the differences betw...

Chronic Diseases
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Residents may feel less confident but aren't less competent

Is confidence an appropriate measure of competence? A Viewpoint published in the March issue of JAMA Surgery explores this question. 

Resident Wellness
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Alcohol screening/intervention gives little help controlling students' unhealthy drinking

A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association looked at how effective a Web-based screening and intervention was for reducing unhealthy drinking among college students on a national scale.

Behavioral Health
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Critical illness increases patients' risk of developing psychiatric illness

A new study in the Journal of the American Medical Association examined how critical illness might contribute to psychiatric illness and the need for psychiatric medications after being admitted to the intensive care unit.

Behavioral Health