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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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Recasting a Mortgage: Differences versus Refinancing and When It’s Appropriate
What physicians should know about recasting a mortgage, how it differs from refinancing, what situations it's appropriate for, & pros & cons
How Much Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation Doctors Get by Specialty, on Average
Average vacation time, CME days, sick time, and overall paid time off (PTO) that doctors get in their compensation packages by specialty.
Average Hourly Locum Tenens Pay Rate and Annual Earnings for Physicians, by Specialty
Average locums hourly rate and annual earnings for physicians by specialty, & how to determine locum tenens rates based on responsibilites
What Is the Average Radiologist Salary in 2024?
Statistics and trends on the average radiologist salary, including breakdown by hours worked, practice environment, subspecialty, & gender.
Working as a Wound Care Physician (And the Business of Wound Care)
What physicians exploring wound care as a main job or side gig should know about daily work, pay, qualifications, business models, and more
High Yield Savings Accounts (HYSA) and High Yield Cash Accounts for Physicians: Best Uses and Options
How high yield savings accounts (HYSA) and cash accounts should be used by physicians, how to choose the best one, pros and cons, and more
Investing in Land: What Doctors Should Know
Ways physicians can invest in land, related income streams, & what to know about pros & cons and how to do due diligence on land investments
What Is the Average Internal Medicine Physician Salary in 2024?
Statistics on the average internal medicine physician salary, with breakdown by hours, location, practice environment, gender & subspecialty
Do Physicians Need to Buy Their Own Disability Insurance Policy if They Have an Employer Sponsored Plan?
Physicians should always have their own DI policy, but can stack it with an employer disability insurance plan for additional protection.
The Roth IRA: Why Doctors (Especially Residents and Fellows) Should Consider Contributing When Eligible
The basics of the Roth IRA retirement account for doctors, including which physicians should and can use one, contribution limits, and more.
How Much Physician Expert Witnesses Charge or Get Paid by Specialty, with Average Fees and Rates
Statistics on how much physician expert witnesses charge and get paid by specialty on average, with guidance on how to set your fees & rates
Side Gigs for Gastroenterologists
Unique side gigs for gastroenterologists to make extra money or add alternative income streams, such as consulting & second opinion services
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