No Decision Is Final: Career Planning and Career Transitions

There are many factors that a fellow and program director should consider when discussing career paths most suitable for a trainee. Fundamentally, the main question should be what do we anticipate will be the most appropriate for the fellow for the long term? Trainees will consider best matches for personality type, income goals, and geographic preferences. Often, not every factor the fellow desires can be optimally matched, and some compromises will likely be made in final job selection. Additionally, limitations are often present for those with certain training visas. Laying the foundation for future employment should begin as early as the first year of fellowship. This will be especially important if a fellow is interested in pursuing a successful, immediately productive academic career. PREPARING TRAINEES FOR THE REAL WORLD: EXPLORING OPTIONS WITHIN ONCOLOGY Section: ChooseTop of pageAbstractPREPARING TRAINEES FOR TH... <