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4 MIN READ

3 tips to effectively manage debt during physician residency

As resident physicians begin their careers, they are trying to build their credit and avoid high-interest consumer debt. Here’s how to prioritize.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
Thriving in Residency
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5 MIN READ

Master these 5 domains to succeed as a senior resident physician

Moving from junior to senior resident marks a shift in a physician’s autonomy and responsibility. Learn how to make an effective transition.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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10 MIN READ

What I wish I knew in residency about physician burnout

AMA member Scott H. Pasichow, MD, MPH, was in his second year of residency when he realized he needed help. Today, he still practices prevention.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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5 MIN READ

The do’s and don’ts of EHR use for new resident physicians

Even with some experience using the EHR in medical school, you won’t master it on day one as an intern. Heed these tips for a successful transition.

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Thriving in Residency
Jade Anderson, MD
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5 MIN READ

Family planning in residency: 3 physicians share their experiences

Is it worth delaying having a baby? How might having a child affect your training schedule? Physicians who have confronted those questions offer advice.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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6 MIN READ

What I wish I knew in residency about the chief resident role

Becoming chief resident can dramatically change your postgraduate experience. Co-chief resident Nicolas K. Fletcher, MD, breaks down what to expect.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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7 MIN READ

USMLE Step 3 FAQs: When to take the exam, how to prepare

How much should resident physicians study? How does the exam differ from others in the USMLE series? Get expert insight on Step 3.

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USMLE® Step 3
Thriving in Residency
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5 MIN READ

One driver of resident physician burnout: Too little time at bedside

AMA survey data shows residents spend more time on clerical tasks than on direct patient care. How can programs offer solutions to the situation?

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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6 MIN READ

5 tips to help resident physicians shift from intern to PGY-2

The second year of physician residency comes with an increase in responsibilities and a change in role. How can new PGY-2s excel?

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency