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To shine in physician residency interviews, showcase 3 key traits

While there’s no universal template for candidate evaluation, demonstrating communication skills can make the right impression with interviewers.

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Prep for Residency
The Road to Residency
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How to know you’re picking the right physician subspecialty

You may have entered residency with a certain path in mind, but it’s OK to change your mind. Three steps will help you confirm your career direction.

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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What doctors wish patients knew about end-of-life care planning

Susan E. Nelson, MD, of Ochsner Health, explains how advance directives ensure care reflects patients’ wishes and ease decision-making for loved ones.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Cross DEA training requirement off your final-year residency checklist

Before you transition to practice, you must complete your MATE Act-required DEA training. An AMA Ed Hub course is tailored for your needs.

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Transition to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Building physician leaders who guide with heart and skill

At The Permanente Medical Group, leadership means blending expertise, empathy and purpose so patients, physicians and care teams can thrive.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight
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Want to save time in your practice? There’s a playbook for that

The doctors in your private practice can work smarter, not harder, by implementing innovative strategies gathered in AMA’s “Saving Time Playbook.” 

Private Practices
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In “silver tsunami,” physician-led teams optimize postacute care

Physician oversight of rehabilitation care is vital. Find out how Medrina ensures doctors lead the rehab medicine care team.

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Scope of Practice
Fighting for Physicians
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The Hawkeye Wave: When empathy becomes part of the care plan

Iowa’s beloved football tradition renews morale for pediatric teams and families at University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight
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Medical students can help change minds on flu vaccination

The influenza season is well underway, but medical students can make an impact with their personal advocacy.

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Infectious Diseases
Succeeding in Medical School