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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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Physician Transition to Practice: A Guide and Checklist for Graduating Residents and Fellows

Physician Transition to Practice: A Guide and Checklist for Graduating Residents and Fellows

Physician Transition to Practice: A Guide and Checklist for Graduating Residents and Fellows

Pharmaceutical Industry Roles for Physicians Seeking Nonclinical Career Opportunities

Pharmaceutical Industry Roles for Physicians Seeking Nonclinical Career Opportunities

Pharmaceutical Industry Roles for Physicians Seeking Nonclinical Career Opportunities

7 Ways Physicians Can Get Involved In Health Tech and Innovation

7 Ways Physicians Can Get Involved In Health Tech and Innovation

7 Ways Physicians Can Get Involved In Health Tech and Innovation

Assessing a Rental Property Investment Opportunity: Does it Cashflow?

Assessing a Rental Property Investment Opportunity: Does it Cashflow?

Assessing a Rental Property Investment Opportunity: Does it Cashflow?

Tax Strategy for the W2 Physician

Tax Strategy for the W2 Physician

Tax Strategy for the W2 Physician

Understanding an RVU Based Contract

Understanding an RVU Based Contract

Understanding an RVU Based Contract

Assessing A Private Practice Partnership Opportunity

Assessing A Private Practice Partnership Opportunity

Assessing A Private Practice Partnership Opportunity

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Guide to The Mega Backdoor Roth

Guide to The Mega Backdoor Roth

Guide to The Mega Backdoor Roth

The Mega Backdoor Roth is a powerful tax advantaged tool for physicians. The article covers what it is, who is eligible, and how to do it.

Personal Finance

What to Include in a Speaker's Contract

What to Include in a Speaker's Contract

What to Include in a Speaker's Contract

Why you need a speaker's contract, what to include in one, and why you should avoid using someone else's contract.

Choosing an Accountant: Considerations and Costs

Choosing an Accountant: Considerations and Costs

Choosing an Accountant: Considerations and Costs

Accounting costs can vary widely. Here's how to choose who you should hire and how much you can expect to pay.

Investing in Mid-Term Rentals As A Physician

Investing in Mid-Term Rentals As A Physician

Investing in Mid-Term Rentals As A Physician

Mid term rentals can create cashflow while combining the benefits of long and short term rentals

Ancillary Revenue Streams for Private Practices

Ancillary Revenue Streams for Private Practices

Ancillary Revenue Streams for Private Practices

15 ways to add ancillary revenue to combat rising overhead costs for private practices.

Private Practice

How to Create an App as a Side Gig or Main Gig

How to Create an App as a Side Gig or Main Gig

How to Create an App as a Side Gig or Main Gig

Creating an app - the pros, challenges, and a walkthrough of the process from initial idea to launch.

All About the Health Savings Account (HSA) for Physicians

All About the Health Savings Account (HSA) for Physicians

All About the Health Savings Account (HSA) for Physicians

The health savings account (HSA), how to maximize triple tax free benefits, and qualifications and contribution limits

Personal Finance

Side Gigs for Hospitalists (and Other Physicians With Weekly on and off Schedules)

Side Gigs for Hospitalists (and Other Physicians With Weekly on and off Schedules)

Side Gigs for Hospitalists (and Other Physicians With Weekly on and off Schedules)

Unique medical and non-medical side gigs for hospitalists and other weekly on and off doctors.

The Cruise Ship Doctor

The Cruise Ship Doctor

The Cruise Ship Doctor

What to expect as a cruise ship doctor, who the role suits, pay expectations, and how to get a position.

What Makes Something an Opportunistic Investment and How Do I Evaluate One?

What Makes Something an Opportunistic Investment and How Do I Evaluate One?

What Makes Something an Opportunistic Investment and How Do I Evaluate One?

An opportunistic investment seeks to profit from a significant gap between the purchase price and intrinsic value, AKA buy low, sell high.

Physician Contract Negotiations: The Noncompete Clause

Physician Contract Negotiations: The Noncompete Clause

Physician Contract Negotiations: The Noncompete Clause

While many employers won't remove a physician's noncompete clause entirely, intentional contract negotiation can make them less restrictive.

Do I Need a CV or Resume for a Non-Clinical Job or Side Hustle?

Do I Need a CV or Resume for a Non-Clinical Job or Side Hustle?

Do I Need a CV or Resume for a Non-Clinical Job or Side Hustle?

While physicians may be tempted to use their existing CV or resume for a nonclinical job application, it's important to be intentional.

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