Whenever physicians start working at a new practice, they go through a process known as credentialing. Go behind the scenes of the process to discover what happens every step of the way and why credentialing is so important for patients, physicians and health care institutions. Visit FREIDA.ama-assn.org to learn how you can prepare for it.

Learn about FREIDA™ and other resources as the AMA guides you down the path to finding the specialty that’s right for you.

Prepare for residency with an introduction to the application process, budgeting, ranking, Match day, and more! Get a jumpstart on the Match with the AMA Road to Residency Guide, an AMA member exclusive resource. Explore key terms, review important milestones, and download the FREIDA residency and application checklist and timeline.