Best of 2016: Specialty series
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“Shadow Me” series offers frank insights on specialty choice

The most valuable advice on medical specialty choice comes from those in practice. These are five best-read entries in our “Shadow Me” series.

Specialty Profiles
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.

Physician Health
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Another perspective on sleep medicine: Shadowing Dr. Rosen

Dr. Rosen provides insights for students considering specializing in sleep medicine, including how her lifestyle compares with what she envisioned in med school.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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5 MIN READ

Take these 7 tips to avoid financial stress

Young residents and physicians face many financial challenges. A 7 point prescription for how to handle issues ranging from debt to retirement planning can help you avoid fiscal stress.

Medical Residency Personal Finance
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3 ways to get ahead financially even if you're not an expert

A new report notes the complex financial needs of physicians and provides concrete advice to help you get ahead of schedule in preparing for life after practice.

Medical Residency Personal Finance
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6 MIN READ

Michigan students launch peer-reviewed medical journal

Tired of having their research papers rejected, students at the University of Michigan Medical School started a medical journal. The peer-reviewed journal provides an opportunity for students to write, edit and talk like scientists.

Research During Residency
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7 MIN READ

LGBT residents provide insights to Match applicants

Matching for residency programs can be stressful for LGBT medical students. Five LGBT residents address questions that can be asked of applicants and sharing one's identity during the interview process.

Preparing for Residency
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What it's like to be in sleep medicine: Shadowing Dr. Chervin

A clinical sleep specialist has a positive impact on the health, productivity, quality of life and enjoyment of waking hours of patients. One physician involved in patient care, research and education describes his work.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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6 MIN READ

Supercharge career skills at the AMA Research Symposium

The chance to present your research to a panel of experts is an excellent way for medical residents to builds skills, networks and careers. Submit your work to the AMA Research Symposium.

Research