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Finding fit and flow: How to choose a residency path

By The DO Staff

05.19.23

The concept of “fit and flow” has been longstanding in our profession since its inception. Taken from A.T. Still’s autobiography, “the rule of the artery is absolute, universal and it must not be obstructed.” Flow is often defined as steady movement along a fluid trajectory without resistance. Similarly, from a psychiatric perspective, “flow” is described as a peak mental state in which one is fully immersed, focused and full of energy.