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Resident-led project seeks connection, smiles and better health

Toothbrushes, mouthwash and floss are household staples for many. At UT Health San Antonio, they are just what the doctor ordered to help boost oral health.

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Residents bring creative vision to pediatric ophthalmology

Resident physicians at LSU School of Medicine want to use child patients’ creativity to establish a connection.

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What do chief residents need to thrive in this demanding role?

Learn what it is like to be a chief resident physician, what you can gain from it, and where the training gaps are.

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7 tips for how to master patient handoffs

Better handoffs in residency training can come from following these strategies for physicians to level up their sign-outs.

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Improving verbal sign-outs: One simple method you need

Resident physicians can boost patient safety by mastering the I-PASS handoff, which research has linked to fewer adverse events.

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General surgery residents work an average of 75 hours a week

Get the details on AMA-exclusive data from 3,000 residents and fellows on “time spend” among physicians in training. 

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6 ways to prep for success in chief resident role

Going for a chief resident spot requires taking a fresh look at yourself and your program. Find out the facts of life as chief resident and how to thrive in the position. 

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10 things you must know in residency training about life as a PGY-2

The second year is a big step up in responsibility—and pressure. Follow this hard-won wisdom from AMA members to succeed as a PGY-2.

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