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A repository of articles about things doctors didn't learn in medical school, covering side gigs, finances, the business of medicine, life in medicine, and more. These resources are intended to take a deeper dive into specific topics referenced in our educational pages.
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Questions to Ask Before Taking a Hospice Physician Role
Questions physicians who have been offered a hospice position should ask about duties, call, pay, agency trustworthiness, & authority before signing on for the role
Why Networking Is Key for Finding Side Gig Opportunities & Nonclinical Roles (and How to Start)
Why networking is key to effectively finding physician side gig opportunities & nonclinical roles, & how to use communities, events, and LinkedIn intentionally to land your next job
Can You Switch Locums Companies If Another Company Offers You a Better Rate for the Same Job?
What to do when you find out other locums companies are offering higher rates for the same assignment, depending on the exact situation, with a checklist for how to approach it
How Physicians Are Using AI Tools Like Claude and ChatGPT in Practice Marketing
How physicians & teams can use AI tools like ChatGPT & Claude for private practice marketing, pros & cons, best practices for staff creating content, & oversight
What to Know about Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long Term Care (LTC) Physician Roles
What physicians considering SNF or LTC medical director or attending roles should expect, why the job may look different than what's pitched, hours, & how to prepare
Best Entrepreneurship Books for Physicians
Best entrepreneurship books for physician entrepreneurs to help from concept to execution, covering mission, strategy, marketing, negotiation, & scaling a business
The Annual Malpractice Insurance Checkup: 10-Point Review to Ensure Your Policy is Adequate
10-point annual malpractice insurance checkup that allows you to evaluate if your policy remains adequate & prevents coverage gaps that could leave you vulnerable
Are Nonclinical Jobs Under Threat From or Going Away With AI?
Threats to nonclinical physician jobs with the increasing use of AI across companies, which roles are more susceptible to going away, & how to remain competitive
Should Physicians Finishing Residency or Fellowship Training Go Straight to Locums Jobs?
Pros & cons of doing locums straight after residency or fellowship, & personal & professional considerations of taking a locum tenens job when you finish training
Remote Physician Job Options
Job options for physicians who want to work remotely, either part time or full time (or as a side gig!), who these jobs may be a good fit for, & how to find them
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