Best of 2018 social media
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Liked, loved, shared: What got physicians talking this year

Physician actions in areas such as gun violence, professional burnout and immigration policy struck home with readers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Physician Health
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Top personal finance tips from experienced physicians

When it comes to finances, it’s never too early to plan ahead. These senior physicians’ personal finance tips for doctors may help get you started.

Medical Residency Personal Finance
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Residents in these medical specialties have the most regrets

One in seven residents reported career choice regret, with pathologists topping the list. Find out who’s likelier to experience career choice regret and why.

Specialty Profiles
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3 ways observership programs help IMGs with their Match prospects

Find the IMG observership program listings you need to help land the residency you most desire.

Preparing for Residency
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5 in-demand medical specialties you may want to reconsider

Which specialties are seeing the most demand and why? A physician recruiting professional offers up some answers.

Specialty Profiles
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What TV gets wrong about forensic pathology

Lightning-fast lab results, dim lighting and costly tech are among the falsehoods TV shows routinely portray about life in forensic pathology. Find out what else Hollywood gets wrong.

Specialty Profiles
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What it’s like in forensic pathology: Shadowing Dr. Cohle

Stephen Cohle, MD, says a good forensic pathologist should be inquisitive and have a willingness to dig deep on cases where no answer is immediately apparent.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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Medical specialty choice: Make the most of informational interviews

Gleaning insights while in medical school from physicians already practicing a medical specialty is far preferable to “if I only knew” moments later.

Specialty Profiles
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Our 10 most popular stories of 2018

Physician burnout. Picking a medical specialty. Making romance work in medical residency. These topics drew your eyes this year. Find out what else did.

Preparing for Residency