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Written by members of the AMA Physician Communications team.

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Transition from Resident to Attending

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10 MIN READ

Physician contracting: What to look for in pay, benefits

It’s all about money. Or is it? An AMA senior attorney explains the many nuances to know about when studying compensation and benefit packages.
Stethoscope on a desk

Private Practices

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6 MIN READ

Why physician private practice should be on your radar

Private practice doesn’t mean going it alone. Resources are available to help you take charge and deliver excellent care in the way that fits you.
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Ethics

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2 MIN READ

How bad epidemiological data can drive distrust in health care

It can bias how evidence is applied in clinical practice, exacerbating health inequities. The problem takes on more importance in the era of big data.
Young adult reviewing a contract

Medical Residency Personal Finance

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12 MIN READ

Physician contracting: Understanding letters of intent

This is a key element in physician contract negotiations. Also, find out when should you retain an attorney during the contracting process.
Jennifer Jorgensen, MD

Specialty Profiles

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6 MIN READ

What it's like in gastroenterology: Shadowing Dr. Jorgensen

Jennifer Jorgensen, MD, of Confluence Health, says gastroenterology is a diverse specialty with fun-loving colleagues and appreciative patients.
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Transition from Resident to Attending

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16 MIN READ

Physician contracting: What to know before you sign

There are some key questions that residents and young physicians should consider during the contracting process. For example: Do physicians tend to stay?
Olusegun Osinbowale, MD

Specialty Profiles

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4 MIN READ

What it's like in vascular medicine: Shadowing Dr. Osinbowale

Olusegun Osinbowale, MD, of Henry Ford Health, says one of the rewarding aspects is that outcomes are often good if conditions are caught early.
Aletha Maybank, MD, MPH

Leadership

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7 MIN READ

AMA’s first chief health equity officer to depart at year’s end

Under Dr. Aletha Maybank’s direction and guidance, the AMA has become a relevant national voice on equity in medicine and an important ally to organizations that have long been committed to this work.