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Medical Resident Wellness

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4 Min Read

Residency programs: Show residents how to respond to bullying

All too often, learners experience hazing in residency training. The AMA has online training to help them head it off.
Jennifer Bryan, MD

Specialty Profiles

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4 Min Read

What it's like to specialize in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Bryan

Jennifer Bryan, MD, of Hattiesburg Clinic, says a rewarding part of family medicine is forming long-term relationships with patients and families.
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Transition from Resident to Attending

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7 Min Read

Physician contracting: Job duties and liability insurance

Find out how to structure your employment contract to ensure you get the work hours and financial protection you want.
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Transition from Resident to Attending

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13 Min Read

Physician contracting: Restrictive covenants, termination clauses

Here is what you need to know about these key elements of physician contracts.

 
William Childs, DO

Specialty Profiles

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What it's like to specialize in family medicine: Shadowing Dr. Childs

William Childs, DO, of Henry Ford Health, is just one year into practice, and he has already changed his approach to being a family physician. 
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Medical School Life

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4 Min Read

The meaning behind your white coat

A short white coat can be a life-changing article of attire for medical students beginning their journey in the provision of care.
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Medical School Life

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4 Min Read

6 simple ways to master patient communication

Medical students entering patient-facing clinical training are well served to brush up on their communication skills. Learn more with the AMA.
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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.