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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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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
Doing Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) Work as a Physician Side Gig
How doctors can become a qualified medical evaluator (QME) to perform evaluations for worker's compensation claims as a side gig, required training & exams, states where this work is needed, & pay
How to Start a Telemedicine Practice
A step-by-step guide on how to start a telemedicine practice, including creating a business plan, legal considerations & entity set up, choosing a telehealth platform, malpractice, marketing, equipment & more
Side Gigs for Neurologists
Side gigs for neurologists, such as remote EEG reading, medical surveys, consulting, telestroke, & clinical research, & how much they pay & how to find opportunities and get started in each
Side Gigs for Dermatologists
Side gigs for dermatologists, such as running a med spa, influencer & brand partnerships, consulting, health tech, product development, & teledermatology, how much they pay, & how to find opportunities and get started
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