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Hey there, I'm in my residency. I don't always stutter, but when I do, I may just state that I stuttered, but I don't apologize. When talking to my patients, I think it's important to be credible, because then they can benefit from what I'm trying to tell them. If you are matter-of-fact about your stuttering, it shows that it's just a stutter and not a sign of nervousness. Plus it just moves the conversation along. But also keep in mind that this is a big shift for everyone, and there's other reasons to be nervous. After a while you won't be nervous, but you still may stutter, which is perfectly fine. Just remember that you've earned it, to be at this point in your training and you're going to have a lot you can offer to your patients, even from day one.