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FREIDA™ by the numbers
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Top 10 specialties with the most medical residency positions
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Residency specialties that medical students are researching most
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Most-viewed residency programs by state
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Weighing a rural physician residency program? 6 things to know

Is a rural residency program right for you? Before the rank-order deadline, a general surgery resident who works in a rural setting offered some key insights. 

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GME interviews: What applicants should ask resident physicians

M4s can gain insight on life in a physician residency program by asking current residents about scheduling, culture, work-life balance and more.

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Residency program research FAQs: How to get key information

Researching physician residency programs can be overwhelming. Get the answers on how M4s can make informed decisions about where to apply.

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Physician residency virtual open houses—what you should know

Open houses that take place before the MyERAS application deadline offer medical students an opportunity to determine their fit with a program.

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Are you a parent in medical school? Here are tips to navigate Match

Is a residency program friendly to families? Don’t be afraid to ask in detail. And it is never too early to get on a waiting list for child care.

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What I wish I knew about residency program research in medical school

The first step to landing a physician residency position is picking the right programs. David Lee, MD, shares tips on his targeted approach to applying.

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Should you get a dual degree in medical school?

How long does it take to get a master’s degree in med school? What are the advantages of an MD-PhD? Can an MPH impact your career? Physicians weigh in.

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What I wish I knew about matching outside my top-ranked choices

At first, Deena Kishawi, MD, was disappointed with her match. She eventually saw the development as a blessing in disguise. Learn more with the AMA.

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Cardiovascular disease (internal medicine) programs with the most residency positions

According to FREIDA™ data, cardiovascular disease (internal medicine) offers 1,231 first-year medical residency positions. Here are the programs offering the most opportunities.

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