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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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Red Flags When Interviewing at a Private Practice
Red flags to look for when interviewing for a job at a private practice that may suggest more questions are needed before signing a contract
Physician Locum Tenens Contract Agreements: Terms to Negotiate and Red Flags to Avoid
What physicians should negotiate in a locums contract when using a staffing agency or directly with a hospital system, & red flags to avoid
Average Number of Patients Seen Per Hour, By Physician Specialty
Insights into the average number of patients doctors see an hour by specialty & practice type, & impact on productivity based compensation
Do Doctors ‘Need’ Side Gigs?
Physicians don't need a side gig, but they offer extra income & revenue streams, tax benefits, career flexibility, & leverage in negotiation
Short-Term Disability Insurance Policies: What to Know When Deciding if You Need One
What short-term disability insurance policies cover, key features & exclusions, maternity leave, & when and how doctors should buy a plan
Attending a Health Tech or Industry Conference: A Physician’s Guide
How to plan ahead for your first health tech industry conference as a physician, & tips to make the most of networking to open opportunities
How Website Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Improves Private Practice and Business Marketing
What search engine optimization (SEO) is, & how it helps increase the search rankings of your private practice or side gig website content
Getting A Patent for Your Product Idea: A Step By Step Guide
When getting a patent to protect your intellectual property or idea makes sense, & what to know about the application process, fees, & more
Investing on Behalf of Your Child: 529s, UTMAs, Roth IRAs, and More
Ways physicians can save & invest on behalf of their children, such as 529s, UTMAs, & Roth IRAs, & pros/cons of each account to help choose
Gender Gaps in Physician Compensation by Specialty
Statistics on the gender gap in physician compensation by specialty, with discussion of factors that contribute to salary differences
Why Proactive Online Reputation Management Is Critical for Private Practice Physicians
How proactive reputation management of online reviews helps physicians build patient trust & volume in competitive private practice markets
Side Gigs for Anesthesiologists
Unique side gigs for anesthesiologists to make extra money or add alternative income streams, like locums, IV businesses, investing, & more
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