AMA Update for April 15, 2024: Why reducing stigma and managing mental health in medical school improves physician well-being (index only)
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Why reducing stigma and managing mental health in medical school improves physician well-being

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about managing mental health in medical school.

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Medical Student Health
AMA Update
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Relocating for residency? Keep these things in mind

Living arrangements can have a big effect on your quality of life during training. Check out these great tips on finding the right place.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
The Road to Residency
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So you matched to a residency program—now what?

As a medical student transitioning to residency, your life is about to change. Learn with the AMA about how to prepare for your career’s next stage.  

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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4 MIN READ

3 ways to save time on personal tasks during residency training

For medical students moving into residency, learning to save time on tasks away from the clinical realm can help ease the new workload.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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The road to residency

You worked hard to succeed in medical school, now own your next adventure. AMA is your ally on the journey to residency and beyond.

Preparing for Residency
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3 MIN READ

M4s: Make the most of your post-Match time in medical school

Medical school can be grueling. Then comes residency. Here's what you can do in your final months as a medical student to prep for the next step.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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5 MIN READ

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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5 MIN READ

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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5 MIN READ

How programs can address the 5 top resident physician stressors

Lack of adequate support staff and a heavy administrative workload are stressors that residency programs are working to combat. Learn more.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency