Career and Professional Health
Career and professional health focuses on developing the skills, relationships and knowledge needed to build a meaningful and sustainable career in medicine. At Quillen College of Medicine, students are encouraged to explore resources that support professional growth, career planning and lifelong learning.
The resources below provide guidance on career development, professional education and insights from leaders in medicine and health care.
Insurance and Professional Education Resources
State Volunteer Mutual Insurance Company (SVMIC) offers educational resources that help physicians and medical students learn about professional responsibility, patient safety and risk management.
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Professional Perspectives in Medicine
TEDMED Talks feature leaders, innovators and physicians discussing ideas that are shaping the future of medicine and health care. These videos provide insight into emerging topics in patient care, medical research and health innovation.
Career and Professional Development Resources
Medical students can explore a curated list of resources designed to support success in health care training programs. These resources include guidance on professional development, study strategies, career preparation and navigating medical education.
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Texas STAR Transparency in Residency
The Texas STAR initiative helps enhance transparency in the residency application process through a nationwide survey and online tool designed for medical students, advisers and medical schools. The database includes information from more than 150 medical schools and helps students make informed decisions about residency applications, interviews and Match planning.
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AAMC Careers in Medicine
AAMC Careers in Medicine® (CiM) is an online career-planning resource that helps medical students explore specialties, assess career interests and prepare for residency training. The platform includes self-assessment tools, specialty profiles and advising resources for all four years of medical school.
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AMA FREIDA™ Specialty Guide
The AMA FREIDA™ Specialty Guide provides information on more than 180 specialties and subspecialties. Students can explore residency training requirements, competitiveness, lifestyle considerations and residency program data.