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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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Why Doctors Should Attend the HLTH Conference
Why doctors should attend HLTH, & how the Physicians @ HLTH program creates opportunities for networking, leadership, & career growth in healthcare tech & innovation
Physician Contract Renegotiation Checklist
Checklist of items to renegotiate or revisit when renewing your physician contract, including interim contract wording changes, compensation, & retention bonuses
Malpractice Insurance Non-Renewal Notice: What to Do When Your Carrier Drops You
What a malpractice insurance non-renewal notice means, why carriers issue non-renewals, and how physicians can secure a replacement policy without coverage gaps
The J-1 Waiver Roadmap for Residents and Fellows: H-1B Planning for Upcoming Graduates
Physicians should expect the J-1 waiver process to last approximately twelve months from finding a job through having their H-1B petition filed
How Physicians Can Protect Themselves from Being Replaced by AI
How physicians can protect themselves from being replaced from AI by employers, institutions, insurance companies, and other corporations looking to cut costs
When to Reshop Your Malpractice Insurance Policy (And When Not To)
When it's a good idea to reshop your medical malpractice insurance, how to do it, & when reshopping is most likely (or not) to yield a better price or policy
Tips for Renegotiating Your Physician Contract
How to approach renegotiating your physician contract when it’s up for renewal, with tips for questions to ask, ways to increase your chances of success, and data to gather in preparation for the negotiation table
Claims-Made vs. Occurrence Malpractice Policies: What to Know
Key differences in claims-made vs occurrence malpractice insurance, including tail and nose coverage, premium costs, & what to negotiate when signing a contract
The 2026 Medical Malpractice Insurance Market: Why Many May See Increased Premiums
Understanding current market trends for medical malpractice insurance, including why many physicians will see another rate increase in 2026 & what to ask your broker
Planning for a Career Transition to Locum Tenens after Being an Employed Physician
A step-by-step guide for employed physicians who have decided to transition to locum tenens as a career choice, focusing on what to consider and get into place before making the switch
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