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How medical student parents factor in family when picking a specialty

Choosing a physician specialty is a nuanced decision for any aspiring doctor. Parenting responsibilities can add another layer to that career-shaping choice.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School

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20 MIN READ

Meet Your Match: Reapplying to Match, with Drs. Keirns and Irwin

In this episode of Making the Rounds, learn strategies for reapplying for the Match.

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Preparing for Residency
Making the Rounds Podcast
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4 MIN READ

How 9 medical specialties are advancing telehealth

Can we do that with telehealth? The answer is often yes. Learn how pediatricians, ob-gyns and other specialists are pushing forward with telehealth.

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Digital
AMA Recovery Plan for Physicians
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5 MIN READ

Physician residency interview invitations: What applicants should know

Residency programs can begin sending interview invitations in late September. What should medical students know about managing them?

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency

Health equity in radiology training

Promote and improve health equity in medical imaging with the Radiology Health Equity Coalition.

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Vlad (Val) Simianu, MD, MPH
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What it’s like in colon and rectal surgery: Shadowing Dr. Simianu

AMA member Vlad (Val) Simianu, MD, MPH, says the most rewarding aspect of colorectal surgery is getting to be a specialist and also a generalist.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
AMA Update for March 22, 2024: Match Day 2024 results: NRMP match rates by specialty, SOAP match statistics, plus Match Day 2025 (index only)
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Match Day 2024 results: NRMP match rates by specialty, SOAP match statistics, plus Match Day 2025

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about 2024 Match Day.

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Preparing for Residency
AMA Update
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9 MIN READ

Match Day 2024 results: NRMP match rates by specialty, SOAP match statistics, plus Match Day 2025 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about 2024 Match Day.

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Preparing for Residency
AMA Update Podcast
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What it’s like in obstetrics and gynecology: Shadowing Dr. Ring

Brandi Ring, MD, loves obstetrics and gynecology because there is no typical day or week. The trust she builds with patients as an ob-gyn is “truly amazing.”

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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The road to residency

You worked hard to succeed in medical school, now own your next adventure. AMA is your ally on the journey to residency and beyond.

Preparing for Residency