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Why leaving medicine feels like escaping a cult [PODCAST]

March 18, 2025Mar 18, 2025

Former OB/GYN resident and physician coach Chelsea Turgeon discusses her article, "Why does leaving medicine feel like escaping a cult?" In this episode, Chelsea shares her personal journey of resigning from residency and explores the cult-like aspects of the medical…

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Former OB/GYN resident and physician coach Chelsea Turgeon discusses her article, “Why does leaving medicine feel like escaping a cult?” In this episode, Chelsea shares her personal journey of resigning from residency and explores the cult-like aspects of the medical profession that make leaving feel so taboo. She highlights the …

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Match Day 2025: Protecting our students’ futures

American College of Physicians

March 11, 2025Mar 11, 2025

The song from the Broadway musical Hamilton, "(Yorktown) The World Turned Upside Down," is stuck in my head. Indeed, these are no ordinary times. We have a measles outbreak in the U.S. that has resulted in numerous hospitalizations and now…

The song from the Broadway musical Hamilton, “(Yorktown) The World Turned Upside Down,” is stuck in my head. Indeed, these are no ordinary times. We have a measles outbreak in the U.S. that has resulted in numerous hospitalizations and now deaths. With censorship at the CDC, disruption of vaccine-related meetings, cancellation of active research grants, health impacts due to global aid interruptions, …

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Residency programs value diversity and inclusivity

Lisa Sieczkowski, MD

February 28, 2025Feb 28, 2025

Residency interview season is wrapping up; applicants and programs are weighing each other's relative flaws and merits. In about a month, rank lists are due, and then the applicants' fates are up to the Match. Where they will spend the…

Residency interview season is wrapping up; applicants and programs are weighing each other’s relative flaws and merits. In about a month, rank lists are due, and then the applicants’ fates are up to the Match. Where they will spend the next three to seven years of their lives, the people with whom they will work 80-plus hours per week, and the culture in which they will be steeped will be …

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First, do no harm: Now is the time to fight mental health stigma and advocate for residency reform

Claire Bise, MD, MPH

February 22, 2025Feb 22, 2025

As a pathology resident, much of my time is spent looking down a microscope, searching for clues that will guide a final diagnosis. Some diseases, however, cannot be seen at 100x magnification. Mental illness is one such disease. Its impact is profound, yet it often remains invisible to the naked eye. In fact, the National Alliance on Mental Illness estimates that one in five adults in the U.S. lives with …

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Rethinking residency: How to reshape graduate medical education

Deepak Gupta, MD & Sarwan Kumar, MD

February 7, 2025Feb 7, 2025

Graduate medical education (GME) could explore several forward-thinking processes to enhance the journey of medical trainees. These processes could focus on selecting applicants for residency, fostering their development to excel as trainees, and preparing them to graduate as competent, certified…

As objective numerical scores from the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) become a thing of the past, it may be time to consider …

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To my beloved sister: Dr. Moumita Debnath

Dr. Damane Zehra

February 6, 2025Feb 6, 2025

Trigger warning: sexual abuse, violence against women, and rape. (Dr. Moumita Debnath, a 31-year-old female resident doctor from Kolkata, India, was discovered dead in a seminar hall at R.G. Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024. Her death was verified…

Trigger warning: sexual abuse, violence against women, and rape.

(Dr. Moumita Debnath, a 31-year-old female resident doctor from Kolkata, India, was discovered dead in a seminar hall at R.G. Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024. Her death was verified as the result of a violent sexual assault and murder. All this occurred while she was sleeping alone at night, on call. The autopsy indicated significant damage caused by severe physical …

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Why medical training is pushing residents to their breaking point [PODCAST]

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December 8, 2024Dec 8, 2024

We sit down with medical student Medha Venigalla to explore the urgent issue of resident sleep deprivation and its impact on health care. We discuss the systemic challenges residents face, including long hours, under-reporting of work, and the culture of…

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Inside the toxic reality of surgical residency [PODCAST]

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October 10, 2024Oct 10, 2024

We sit down with Audra King, a surgery resident, to explore the challenges and toxic environments that medical trainees often face during their residency. From instances of disrespect and workplace bullying to the emotional toll of navigating power dynamics in…

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The surprising power of laughter and creativity in medical training

Randall S. Fong, MD

October 3, 2024Oct 3, 2024

Teaching is a blast! As an attending, I love to employ offbeat methods, with absurdity and humor, at times skirting the edge of political incorrectness, all for the purpose of enhancing one's medical education. Educating medical students and residents by…

Educating medical students and residents by practicing physicians is a tried-and-true element of medical education, a practice dating back through the ages, where those without formal education in the art of teaching provided instruction. This tradition continues …

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The cost of exhaustion: Resident fatigue is a public health emergency

Medha Venigalla

September 4, 2024Sep 4, 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in resident unionization across the country, driven largely by the grueling working conditions many residents face. While the most pressing issues are pay and burnout, one contributing cause is the long hours of training that contribute to resident sleep deprivation – a serious threat to resident health and patient safety. Despite duty hour restrictions imposed by the Accreditation Council for …

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How international medical graduates shape U.S. health care [PODCAST]

American College of Physicians & The Podcast by KevinMD

July 24, 2024Jul 24, 2024

Join us for a conversation with George M. Abraham, former president of the American College of Physicians (2021-2022) and a professor of medicine. We'll explore the vital role of international medical graduates (IMGs) in the U.S. health care system. Discover…

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Join us for a conversation with George M. Abraham, former president of the American College of Physicians (2021-2022) and a professor of medicine. We’ll explore the vital role of international medical graduates (IMGs) in the U.S. health care system. Discover how IMGs enhance cultural competence, improve access to care in underserved …

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From medical student to intern: Embrace your inner artist

Audrey Nguyen, MD

July 2, 2024Jul 2, 2024

"A message to the new generation of interns: you're not just a doctor—you're an artist, too." It's the first day of residency. You enter the hospital, trying to recall basic medicine after months away from patient care. Gone are the…

“A message to the new generation of interns: you’re not just a doctor—you’re an artist, too.”

It’s the first day of residency. You enter the hospital, trying to recall basic medicine after months away from patient care. Gone are the days of hovering between unpaid trainees and health care providers. Gone are the days when you could deploy the instinctive, age-old adage, “I’m just the medical student.”

During graduation this year, I …

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New career paths for resident physicians [PODCAST]

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June 28, 2024Jun 28, 2024

We dive into the evolving landscape of health care entrepreneurship with our guest, Tod Stillson, a family physician and entrepreneur. Tod shares his journey from traditional employment to establishing his own single-member professional micro-corporation, offering insights into the advantages of…

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The unspoken challenges of being a medical resident’s wife

Samra Noureen, PT, DPT

June 26, 2024Jun 26, 2024

The journey of a medical resident is often documented, highlighting the grueling hours, intense pressure, and significant responsibilities that come with the role. However, behind the scenes lies another story that is seldom told—the challenges faced by the wives of medical residents. This article delves into the unique struggles of being a medical resident’s wife, particularly in the context of a long-distance relationship.

The overlooked partner

While much attention is given to …

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The troubling trend of violating resident physician rights

Anonymous

June 15, 2024Jun 15, 2024

Resident physicians are vital to the health care system, delivering essential medical services while training to become fully licensed doctors. However, a troubling trend has emerged nationwide, with residency programs and hospitals frequently violating the rights and protections resident physicians are entitled to under employment contracts, state labor laws, and accreditation standards. I personally was forced to deal with these issues, despite having virtually zero knowledge regarding the legal side …

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Why we shouldn’t trust sleep-deprived doctors: a wake-up call

Arlene Rivera

June 10, 2024Jun 10, 2024

I wouldn't trust my Uber driver to drive me after they've been awake for over 24 hours. Why would I trust my doctor? Since starting medical school and hearing about the dreadful 24-hour shifts, I've constantly wondered why they are…

I wouldn’t trust my Uber driver to drive me after they’ve been awake for over 24 hours. Why would I trust my doctor?

Since starting medical school and hearing about the dreadful 24-hour shifts, I’ve constantly wondered why they are standard of practice, let alone legally allowed. Why would a hospital want the liability of a sleep-deprived doctor?

I first saw the effects of a 24-hour shift during my general surgery rotation. …

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Navigating Match Day emotions [PODCAST]

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May 9, 2024May 9, 2024

Join Amna Shabbir, an internal medicine physician, as we delve into the complex emotions surrounding Match Day outcomes. We explore strategies for navigating feelings of rejection, shame, and disappointment while emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and resilience. Amna shares valuable…

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Navigating post-match disappointment: What to do if you did not match

Rajani Katta, MD

April 24, 2024Apr 24, 2024

Over the last few weeks, I've spoken to applicants who did not match in the 2024 NRMP match. They are just a few of the thousands of highly qualified students and physicians who did not match this cycle. This is…

Over the last few weeks, I’ve spoken to applicants who did not match in the 2024 NRMP match. They are just a few of the thousands of highly qualified students and physicians who did not match this cycle. This is a wrenching experience, and it can be hard to pick yourself up and move on to the next steps. However, the actions you take over the next few months can …

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Supporting medical resident families [PODCAST]

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April 19, 2024Apr 19, 2024

Join Elizabeth Landry, a certified coach, as we explore practical strategies to support medical resident families during the challenging transition into residency. Discover how spousal support programs, inclusive social gatherings, and mentorship initiatives can positively impact the well-being of both…

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Bridging communication gaps in residency training

Anonymous

April 9, 2024Apr 9, 2024

Older physicians often bemoan what's perceived as a decline in professionalism during residency training. Caps on the number of inpatients assigned to an intern or resident. Duty hour limits. Wellness retreats. While these may be imperfect, they're at least aligned…

Older physicians often bemoan what’s perceived as a decline in professionalism during residency training. Caps on the number of inpatients assigned to an intern or resident. Duty hour limits. Wellness retreats. While these may be imperfect, they’re at least aligned with or heading in the direction of what is the right way to balance the rigors of a lifetime of training in and practicing medicine with the safety, quality, and …

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