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Latest data shows 28.6% burnout rate among resident physicians

That’s down from prior years, according to an AMA-exclusive survey and data analysis. Furthermore, nine in 10 residents and fellows are also satisfied with their training program. 

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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How postresidency fellowship affects physician career earnings

Should you pursue a fellowship? The financial opportunity cost might not be a positive, but other factors should also weigh heavily in the decision.  

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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4 tips to help resident physicians produce impactful research

Vascular surgery resident and AMA Research Challenge finalist Tiffany Bellomo, MD, shares a playbook for conducting impactful medical research in GME.

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Research in Residency
Thriving in Residency
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Should you freeze your eggs during physician residency?

Cryopreservation of oocytes, commonly called “freezing eggs,” is increasingly an option for residents and fellows. Get the info you need to decide.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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For PGY-1s who struggle, this is the most common weak point

Across nearly 30,000 residency program-director ratings of resident performance, one area stood out. The good news is that it can be addressed.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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Applying for a fellowship? Here’s how much you could spend

For resident physicians pursuing fellowship training, the cost of a fellowship application can vary. Here’s a breakdown of the expenses.

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Medical Fellowships
Thriving in Residency
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Do more work hours mean higher resident physician burnout?

Dig into what the latest medical research is showing. One complicating factor: Not all physician specialties appear to be affected the same by more work hours.

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Resident Wellness
Thriving in Residency
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Where your 1st year of physician residency can hit a snag

Most interns live up to their program directors’ expectations. But research shows that when they do struggle, it is likely in a few identifiable areas.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency
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Can physicians get fired or dismissed from residency training?

Yes, it happens—but getting fired from residency is rare and the process is often slow. Dive deeper and find out which specialties have the most residents dismissed.

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Residency Life
Thriving in Residency