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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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Fact Witness vs. Expert Witness: Differences in Responsibilities and Pay
The differences between being a fact witness vs an expert witness, expectations & pay of each role, & why it’s important to clarify which you are being asked to be
How to Find Speaking Opportunities
Tips to help physician speakers find speaking opportunities, such as branding, having a tailored CV & samples, online searches, networking, & leveraging referrals
Side Gigs for Psychiatrists
Side gigs for psychiatrists, such as clinical research, telemedicine, forensic & expert witness work, chart review, how much they pay, & how to get started & find opportunities
Side Gigs for Rheumatologists
Side gigs for rheumatologists, such as clinical research, medical surveys, chart review, & more, how much they pay, how to get started, & how to find opportunities
How Does the Big Beautiful Bill Impact Physicians?
Ways in which the recently passed Big Beautiful Bill impacts physicians in terms of healthcare, patient care, taxes, student loans, estate planning, businesses, & side gigs
When Medical Survey Companies Send You a 1099 Form, & Taxes on Earnings (including Gift Cards)
Reporting and paying taxes on medical survey income, gift cards, & rewards, when companies send a W9 or 1099 form, & tax benefits for independent contractor earnings
The Comprehensive Digital Marketing Guide for Your New Medical Practice (Or Side Gig Business)
Digital marketing guide for physicians starting a new private practice, with branding, website tips, how to build an online reputation, email marketing campaigns, paid ads, and more
Red Flags for Potential Healthcare Fraud When Assessing a New Side Gig or Business Model
Red flags that could indicate healthcare fraud in a side gig or business opportunity which physicians should recognize to avoid unintentional involvement & risky schemes
Uncomfortable Questions Medical Expert Witnesses May Be Asked During a Deposition or Testimony
Uncomfortable questions medical expert witnesses may be asked during a deposition or when giving testimony by opposing counsel to discredit them, such as how much they earn, prior things they have said, and more
A Typical Day as a Utilization Management Doctor
What a typical day of work looks like for a utilization management doctor, with details on job responsibilities, peer to peer reviews & denials, pay, benefits, & pros & cons
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