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4 MIN READ

Untangling 5 confusing terms related to physician personal finance

As a young physician, managing your finances effectively requires an understanding of these foundational concepts.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
Transitioning to Practice
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12 MIN READ

Physician contracting: Restrictive covenants, termination clauses

Learn from the AMA what you need to know about restrictive covenants and termination clauses in physician contracts.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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4 MIN READ

4 keys for a physician’s first employment contract

You aced medical school. You flourished in residency. Next comes another test: deciphering your first physician employment contract.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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15 MIN READ

Physician contracting: What to know before you sign

Learn more from the AMA about the key questions that residents and young physicians should consider during the contracting process.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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9 MIN READ

Physician contracting: Do’s and don’ts in interviews, negotiations

Review with the AMA the things that you should consider—and avoid—during the interview and negotiation processes.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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8 MIN READ

Physician contracting: What to look for in pay, benefits

It’s all about money. Or is it? An AMA senior attorney explains what to look for in compensation and benefit packages.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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4 MIN READ

Insuring your physician practice

Learn about three key types of insurance available to help physicians as business owners protect their practices and their partners.

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Career Development
Transitioning to Practice
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2 MIN READ

Obtaining a medical license

Find resources and insight on how to obtain your first medical license, as well as additional licenses by state.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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4 MIN READ

Finding a lawyer to review your physician employment contract

Considering a physician employment offer can be exciting and stressful. Lawyers can be hugely helpful. Get expert advice on finding one.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice