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Avani K. Patel, MD
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11 MIN READ

This resident psychiatrist stakes her claim as physician leader

AMA member Avani K. Patel, MD, MHA, has faced many biases throughout her journey in medicine. But they have only pushed her to accomplish even more.  

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Health Equity
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

Are physician residency’s arduous demands a relationship killer?

Neurosurgical residents complete seven years of GME. Learn how that affects the relationship satisfaction of their spouses and significant others.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

4 tips for resident physicians to weather their first night shifts

Those first night shifts can be turbulent for PGY-1s. Experienced physicians share their advice on how to manage.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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11 MIN READ

Physician contracting: Understanding letters of intent

Learn from the AMA about letters of intent and when should you retain an attorney during the contracting process.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

5 keys to flexing your learning style as a resident physician

Mastering clinical content while carrying a full resident workload is tough. A Geisinger emergency physician outlines five essential tips.

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ChangeMedEd Initiative
Thriving in Residency
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5 MIN READ

What helps interns thrive? Stronger connections with patients

Learn about a project uncovering key factors that can help reduce burnout among interns and help them refine their clinical skills.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

Aiming to become chief resident? Here are 7 must-have attributes

Being a brilliant clinician isn’t enough to land the prestigious role of chief resident. Residency program directors reveal which factors carry the day.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

3 big factors that drive resident physician burnout

Recent research sheds further light on what causes burnout in residency training and how to address it. Learn more with the AMA.

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Medical Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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4 MIN READ

Navigating state medical licensure

Every state requires practicing physicians to obtain a medical license. Get expert advice to eliminate the guesswork when applying.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Thriving in Residency