Complimentary Guidebook

Career and Life Planning Guidebook for Medical Residents

Practical guidance for the career, financial, personal, and family decisions that accompany the transition from training to practice.

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What’s inside

19 chapters organized around the years leading up to practice. Start with the topic you need, or follow the Guidebook in order.

Section I · T minus Three Years

1

Clarify the life and career you want to build.

2

Explore burnout and the factors that contribute to it.

3

Consider habits and priorities that support well-being.

4

Reflect on relationships in medicine and beyond.

5

Understand the market forces shaping healthcare.

6

Explore the broader context of a career in medicine.

Section II · T minus Two Years

7

Connect your career choices with personal and financial priorities.

8

Organize a search around your goals.

9

Present your experience in a clear physician CV.

10

Introduce your qualifications and interests effectively.

11

Understand the components of a compensation package.

12

Prepare to make an impression and investigate fit.

Section III · T minus One Year

13

Compare opportunities using a structured decision process.

14

Prepare for informed professional negotiation.

15

Identify employment terms and questions to discuss with counsel.

16

Plan the move from training into practice.

17

Consider the financial decisions ahead.

18

Explore considerations for your repayment plan.

19

Build connections that support your next chapter.

Begin planning your next chapter.

The Guidebook is a complimentary educational resource.