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How young physicians can make the most of a signing bonus

Signing bonuses are becoming more common for physicians being recruited. Understanding the most prudent way to use one requires self-assessment.

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What medical students should do to best prep for loan repayment

Medical students can take a few key steps to best position themselves to repay their loans after they graduate. Here’s how.

Medical Residency Personal Finance
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PSLF waiver could offer a Halloween treat for physicians

Under a Public Service Loan Forgiven Program (PSLF) waiver that expires Oct. 31, physicians can get credit for years of qualifying payments.

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What Biden’s student-loan plan means for resident physicians

Find out which physicians could benefit from the president’s plan, and get details on new income-based repayment options that may be on the way.

Medical Residency Personal Finance
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1st in family in medical school? 3 finance essentials to follow

Finances can overwhelm future doctors without physician family mentors, especially students from historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups.

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AMA: Senate Finance Committee bill offers relief to students with debt

Bill would strengthen the retirement options for medical students and others struggling with student debt.

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AMA unveils Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians

Ambitious roadmap aims to renew our country’s commitment to physicians so patients can receive the high-quality care they deserve.

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6 things medical students should know about physician compensation

Compensation can be a piece in picking a career path. Here's what medical students should know about how much physicians get paid by specialty.

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To overcome doctor shortage, get rid of obstacles to primary care

For patients in some communities, a pressing question is whether their primary care doctor will retire—because a replacement may be hard to come by.

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