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What it’s like to specialize in urology: Shadowing Dr. Terlecki

Ryan Terlecki, MD, says urologists must feel comfortable discussing deeply intimate health issues with patients.

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What it’s like in forensic pathology: Shadowing Dr. Caruso

For James Caruso, MD, the ability to provide closure for families in cases of unexpected death is greatly rewarding.

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12 roommates in medical residency? 3 housing options to consider

A key part medical residency budgeting is housing costs. Find out more about the pros and cons of various arrangements.

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5 ways to manage federal medical student-loan debt

Learn how to handle your medical student-loan debt and get personalized advice for the road ahead.

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How expensive is it to interview for medical residency?

For fourth-year medical students, residency application costs can mount quickly. How costly? Let’s do the math.

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4 things to consider when researching medical residency programs

Before interviews and applications, your search for the right residency program begins with doing your homework. Here are four factors to keep in mind.

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Top specialties for medical fellowship applicants: 2018 at a glance

More physicians matched for fellowship positions in 2018 than ever before. Find out which choices were most popular and which subspecialties were most competitive.

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Physician burnout: It’s not you, it’s your medical specialty

Overall burnout rate is down from 2017, but doctors’ well-being remains a pressing issue. Are you practicing in one of the most stressful medical specialties?

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The top 3 questions residents ask about buying a home

Finish your residency. Land your dream job. Now what about purchasing a house or condo? This expert answers your questions and tells you what a “trailing spouse” is.

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