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AMA announced policies adopted on medical trainees, residents, fellows

Policies include employee benefits for medical trainees, protection of residents and fellows during COVID-19.

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Ruchi Fitzgerald, MD
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Curriculum emphasizes medical student and physician mental health

Treatment saves the lives of those with a substance-use disorder, depression, anxiety or other stigma-laden condition—this includes medical professionals.

Physician Health
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Why commute time should be a factor in your residency house hunt

A long commute adds hidden work hours to a resident physician’s already draining schedule. Learn what research reveals about the link to well-being.

Medical Resident Wellness
Christiana Shoushtari, MD, receiving COVID-19 vaccine
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10 MIN READ

Q&A: Battling cancer, a medical resident opts for COVID-19 vaccine

Resident physicians are among those with priority spots for COVID-19 vaccination. Learn why Christiana Shoushtari, MD, said yes to vaccination.

Medical Resident Wellness
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Patient bias toward medical residents: How common is it?

Nearly all medical residents experience or witness bias from patients. The forms it takes and how frequently it is experienced varies, new research shows.

Physician Health
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AMA medical education experts discuss the Fauci effect

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the emerging phenomena known as the “Fauci effect” as well as medical education-related trends.

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Preparing for Medical School
AMA Update
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On and off the wards, residents face limited holiday celebration

Not all get time off around the holidays, but for medical residents able to get away and recharge, safety is still priority No. 1. Learn more with the AMA.

Medical Resident Wellness
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Patrice Harris, MD, MA, on prioritizing mental health as we enter the winter months [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing prioritizing mental health during the winter months for physicians and patients.

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Physician Health
AMA Update Podcast
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Resident physicians: Your diet can help you make it through the night

Meal composition and timing can have an impact on cognitive performance and energy during overnight shifts for medical residents. Learn more with the AMA.

Medical Resident Wellness