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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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Should I Hire My Spouse and Pay Them from My Business or Side Gig Income?
Why hiring your spouse from your business or side income may not make sense, why it is unlikely to decrease how much you pay in taxes, and retirement considerations
How to Put Your Rental Property Into an LLC
How to put your rental property into an LLC, taking into consideration financing, local and state laws, accounts, and documentation to ensure you stay protected
Tips for Onboarding and Training Your Virtual Medical Assistant (VMA)
How physicians in private practice can successfully onboard & train their first virtual medical assistant with tips for tasks, workflow, communication, & feedback
Side Gigs for Endocrinologists
Side gigs for endocrinologists, such as pharma, consulting, clinical trials, content creation, concierge care, & telehealth, how much they pay & how to get started
Is Locums A Good Fit for My Career? What to Consider When Making the Switch to Locum Tenens
How physicians considering making a switch from a W2 employed position to locum tenens should weigh pros & cons of locums work as a career option based on priorities
Donor Advised Funds for Charitable Giving: Pros, Cons, Taxes, and More
Why using a donor advised fund for your charitable giving may be tax-advantaged, how to set up & maintain one, related rules, & how it differs from a foundation
Do You Need To Put Your Rental Property in an LLC?
Pros and cons of putting your rental property into an LLC, as related to asset protection & liability, privacy, financing, taxes & accounting, & estate planning
ADA Compliance and the Future of Your Website: What to Know About Accessibility
What ADA compliance entails for websites, why it matters for physician practices, & practical steps you can take to make your site accessible for all patients
Side Gigs for Pulmonologists
Side gigs for pulmonologists, such as consulting, clinical trials, TeleICU, pulmonary rehab, & expert witness work, & remote jobs, and pay & how to get started
What Happens When A Physician Is Reported to the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB)?
What the National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) is, what triggers a report, & impact on licensing, credentialing, malpractice, hospital privileges, & payer contracts
Should You Refinance Your Medical School Loans?
Pros and cons of refinancing your medical school loans to lower the interest rate & repayment costs, & how to decide if it makes sense to pay off debt or pursue PSLF
The VC Fund Life Cycle: Understanding the Stages of Venture Capital Investments
Life cycle of a venture capital (VC) fund, including fundraising, picking investments, supporting companies, & final distributions of money back to investors at exit
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