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Resident physician benefits—what’s usually offered and what is not

Parking and gym perks are common for residents, but vital benefits that help with long-term financial stability are often unavailable. 

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency

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What I wish I knew in residency to think through my first job offer

As you transition to practice, look beyond salary, says AMA member Brandi Ring, MD. Dig deep on financial details and don’t forget to do a vibe check.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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In physician job search, disability coverage should be on radar

Residents have an opportunity to lock in relatively low-cost coverage that layers on top of the group coverage offered by potential employers.

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Residency Finance
Transitioning to Practice
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Why child care costs have resident physician parents seeing red

New data reveals how rising child care costs are forcing tough choices for resident parents—especially those training in high-cost cities.

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency
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Evaluating a disability policy

There are several important provisions every physician should consider when evaluating a disability insurance policy.

Residency Finance
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How far will your money go as a PGY-1? It depends on where you train

Your salary as a resident physician has less impact on surplus income than where you train. What does that mean for new residents? 

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
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Retirement planning tips for resident physicians—what to do now

Residents can balance student-loan repayment and setting up future success by making these smart financial moves. 

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Residency Finance
Thriving in Residency
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Moving for physician residency? Here’s how to do it smarter, cheaper

Make your move for GME seamless with tips on finding a place, budgeting and logistics from a resident physician who’s been through the process.

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Transition to Residency
The Road to Residency
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Trouble financing your move for medical residency? Consider this option

Relocating for residency can be costly. Is a loan to help cover the expenses associated with moving for GME worth it? Learn more with the AMA. 

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Residency Finance
The Road to Residency