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Why the transition to practice is harder for radiation oncologists

Research sheds light on how the challenge of transitioning from residency to attending physician varies by specialty. Learn more with the AMA.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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AMBOSS limited time offer for AMA members

The limited time opportunity for AMA members to access exclusive savings off the AMBOSS Library and Qbanks ended March 15, 2024.

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Drs. Wachter, Stanford, Vender, McAneny, Omalu and Gandhi
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6 top doctors reveal what you need to know during your residency

These prestigious physicians have helped shape the course of modern medicine. Here’s what they wish they had known as residents.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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4 ways to excel as a physician advocate in residency training

Resident physicians can have a powerful voice. Learn how AMA member Amanda Calhoun, MD, MPH, is using hers to improve care and advance health equity.

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Health Equity
Thriving in Residency
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Want to switch residency programs? 5 things you should know

Not every residency match is made to last, as more than 1,000 residents transfer programs each year. Learn more about the process with the AMA.

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

Your starting salary as a resident has far less impact on surplus income than where you train. How might that factor into creating a rank-order list?

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
2024 Research Challenge finalists
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4 medical students, 1 fellow vie for esteemed $10,000 research award

The five finalists in the AMA Research Challenge share advice on conducting research and insight on how research has shaped their career plans.

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Research
Succeeding in Medical School
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Weighing a rural physician residency program? 6 things to know

 Is a rural residency program right for you? Before the rank-order deadline, a general surgery resident who works in a rural setting offered some key insights.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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The latest influencers on Instagram? Physician residency programs

Most residency programs are on Instagram, and new research shows they go beyond lifestyle content to give clues on what the programs are like #IRL.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency