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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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Are Nonclinical Jobs Really a Better Lifestyle, or Easier?
Whether nonclinical physician jobs really offer a better lifestyle & trade-offs to consider when thinking about leaving clinical medicine for an 'easier' alternative
How Can Doctors Get Pharma Jobs? (And Why It's Getting Harder to Land a Role)
What to know when searching for a nonclinical job in the pharmaceutical industry, expectations pharma companies have, why it's getting harder, and what doctors can do to increase their chances of landing a role
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
How Much Do Nonclinical Jobs Pay Physicians?
What nonclinical positions pay physicians, which specific industries offer the highest & lowest salaries, & factors in how much you can make
Is Getting an MBA Worth It for Physicians?
Factors that help determine whether a MBA will help a physician get desired opportunities, & what programs to apply to to match their goals
The Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) Specialist Role for Non-Clinical Physicians
What to expect as a clinical documentation improvement (CDI) specialist, who the role suits, what it pays, and more.
The Physician Advisor: A Nonclinical Career Within A Hospital System
What to expect as a physician advisor for a hospital system, who the role suits, pay expectations, and more.
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.
What to Consider Before Leaving Clinical Medicine
With physician burnout rising, more physicians are considering leaving clinical medicine. Here are some alternatives to explore.
Pharmaceutical Industry Roles for Physicians Seeking Nonclinical Career Opportunities
Pharmaceutical roles are popular nonclinical career options for physicians. We explore different ways for doctors to get involved.
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