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You matched! Now here’s what to expect when you’re interning

The early stages of your residency aren’t about thriving—they are about surviving. But this hard-won wisdom will help you stay afloat.

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Physicians offer a road map for the geography of Match rankings

Finding a location that offers a good overall quality of life can be an essential factor in the Match ranking process.

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Breaking down the numbers behind the Match process

While M4s may feel anxious about where they will end up, a deep dive into the data measuring the 2017 Match should assuage many applicants’ concerns.

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An open-minded approach to Match rankings has many benefits

The plan an applicant has for their life entering residency may change drastically over the course of their training. Be able to adjust as needed.

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#Best of 2017 Student Match
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Master the Match game with these insights

From interviews to applications to contingency plans, here’s a look at our most read and most relevant Match articles in 2017.

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Match ranking advice: Consider goals beyond clinical training

One challenge of making a rank list can be balancing the desire for the best clinical training with other goals. A resident and a fellow offer advice.

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Family, friends matter too in Match ranking

Match ranking may seem daunting for medical students. A resident gives practical strategies for simplifying the decision-making.

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Making a Match ranking list? A fellow’s advice: Think long term

A University of Chicago fellow advises medical students to look at residency as the start of their careers, not just the next step in training.

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Best of 2016: Top stories
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Our 5 most popular stories of 2016

Dating, marriage, Match, burnout. When stories had a personal dimension, they hit home. These were our best-read articles this year.

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