Career Corner: Things I Wish I Had Known - Pitfalls in the First Year of Work and How to Avoid Them

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The WDS Young Physicians Committee shares their insight and experiences from their first year on the job.

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  • Pitfalls encountered in the first year
  • Preparing for the transition into your first job
  • What to focus on in the first six months of your job
  • Preparing to start a job in academics/private practice/start their own practice
  • Young physicians moving to a new city
  • Contract negotiation advice
  • Managing staff and running a team
  • Making financial decisions in your first year of practice (Retirement accounts, financial advisor, investments, how to handle loans) 
  • Tips for efficiency and success during the first year

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