Don’t hire a lawyer to review your physician employment contract
You don’t need a lawyer to review your employment contract. There are significant benefits to doing it yourself. This article explains why.
Fast-growing and new careers for doctors in the pharmaceutical industry
The role of doctors in pharma continues to change as the sector evolves. This article covers several fast-growing and new careers for doctors in the pharmaceutical industry.
Useful and unique gifts for doctors
It's once again that time of year for Look for Zebras' gift guide. This list of unique gifts for doctors is created by a doctor, for doctors and those buying gifts for doctors. Docs and medical professionals: use this list to get some ideas for when you loved ones...
10 ways to earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit CME without watching lectures
You don’t have to listen to lectures or watch presentations to earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit. Here are 10 activities that will earn you CME.
The Watering Hole — November 2020
News and articles from around the web for medical professionals. Read about compensation, non-clinical careers, burnout, and more.
FDA jobs for physicians—much more than approving new drug applications!
FDA jobs for physicians include much more than clinical review positions for approving new drugs. Doctors work in every FDA Center in a variety of roles.
Join me on my virtual book tour for “50 Nonclinical Careers for Physicians”
Since publishing “50 Nonclinical Careers for Physicians,” I’ve been on a virtual book tour, including guest blog posts, online magazine articles, interviews, and podcast appearances. I invite you to join me!
Most young physicians are aiming for job promotions
These are the most recent stats on what percentage of physicians are aiming for job promotions, and a discussion of paths of career advancement for doctors and the pros and cons of vying for promotion
The Watering Hole – October 2020
Join me at The Watering Hole for a rundown of news, tips, articles, and ideas for medical professionals who are looking for zebras in their careers.
Education and teaching jobs for physicians — 7 ways to supplement your income and gain teaching experience as a side gig
There are many types of teaching jobs for physicians – both full-time and as a side gig. This article covers a variety of ways you can teach as a side hustle.
What training should doctors pursue for an alternative medicine career?
A reader asks what training is beneficial for doctors who wish to pursue careers that incorporate alternative and traditional medicine.
Full-time and consultant physician jobs with increasing demand due to COVID-19
Though many doctors have unfortunately had their hours cut or lost work due to COVID-19, there are actually some clinical and non-clinical jobs with increasing demand due to COVID.
Micropractice… micro-income? Not necessarily! Here’s why doctors going solo may want to consider the micropractice model.
In short, a micropractice is a technology-fueled solo practice that aims to keep costs low and keep quality of care and access to the doctor high. Here is one orthopedic surgeon’s experience in starting a micropractice, and some considerations for doctors who may want to start such a practice.
The best startup incubators for physicians who want to lead healthcare transformation
This article introduces some of the best startup incubators for doctors to move your idea in healthcare transformation to a successful business.
How doctors can make up for not having a residency
There are great jobs for IMGs without residency. This article describes 10 ways that you can – to some extent – neutralize the fact that you haven’t completed a US residency program. These can help you land a job that both pays well and makes use of your medical knowledge.
Here’s how to use a treadmill desk to maximize your productivity and improve your health
I’ve been using a treadmill desk for my remote job, side gigs, and graduate school work for 8 years, and I love it. Here’s my insight on treadmill desks, and how they help keep you healthy and productive.
