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4 MIN READ

5 AMA members who see advancing health equity as their mission

These physicians from historically marginalized groups detail the barriers they have overcome and how they are working to address inequities.

Health Equity
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9 MIN READ

Apache physician aims to create more doctors who look like him

As a mentor on his reservation and advocate in organized medicine, Sylvestor A. Moses, MD, PhD, hopes to increase pathways for Native Americans to become physicians.

Health Equity
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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about loneliness and health

There’s a rise in loneliness, especially among younger people. Two psychiatrists share why loneliness is a public health issue and how to overcome it.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 MIN READ

4 tips for juggling GME training and becoming a new parent

The two giant tasks of physician residency training are learning a lot quickly and delivering quality care. And—for new parents—baby makes three.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

Red flags, must-haves for young doctors in contract negotiations

Before you sign on the dotted line in your first or second physician career stop, learn with the AMA about what to look for—and avoid—in employers.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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4 MIN READ

Physician employee, partner or owner? 3 paths for young doctors

Physician practice options can be overwhelming. Learn from experienced doctors how practice setting influences autonomy, financial risk and more.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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4 MIN READ

Consider these overlooked factors for your Match rankings

Which considerations go beyond the obvious as you assemble your Match rank-order list? Former residents offer their perspectives.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber, MD
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9 MIN READ

Q&A: Making sure Hispanic and women physicians are represented

Growing up, Theresa Rohr-Kirchgraber, MD, didn’t know which box to check, so she chose “other.” Now she works to give all their place in medicine.

Health Equity
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5 MIN READ

8 steps physicians can take when deciding where to practice

Following these steps for identifying and evaluating job opportunities can empower physicians to find jobs that match their priorities.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice