Published by Lookforzebras This guest post is written by Sylvie Stacy, MD, MPH. For my new book 50 Unconventional Clinical Careers for Physicians, I interviewed 10 physicians with a variety of backgrounds, specialties, work settings, … Read more
Medical board complaint refers to the process of registering a complaint against any medical practitioner. A patient can complain to the respective state medical council or boards for unprofessional conduct and inadequate care by a physician or healthcare provider. If the patient is covered by medicare, they can file a complaint directly to medicare.
In the United States, there is a significant difference in income between doctors and non-doctors. In fact, according to one study, the average physician makes $242,000 while the average American earns just over $48,000. When both spouses are physicians, this income gap continues to exist, but it may not be as significant. However, when only one spouse is a physician (and often they’re female), there is often an economic disparity that can potentially lead to marital stress and divorce.
Doctorpreneurs are doctors who have turned their talents into entrepreneurship. With a medical degree, a doctor is best suited to run an entrepreneurial venture, especially one that deals with the health industry.
It’s more important than ever to take time for your own physical and mental health. Physician burnout CME is a great way to help maintain your wellbeing and earn credits at the same time.
Here are 10 reasons to read “50 Nonclinical Careers for Physicians: Fulfilling, Meaningful, and Lucrative Alternatives to Direct Patient Care.”
Telemedicine is only one of the many alternatives to traditional clinical practice. Here are remote clinical opportunities for doctors who want to supplement telemedicine or who like the idea of practicing remotely but don’t really like doing traditional telemedicine encounters.
A lot of articles about burnout may lead you to believe that physicians live an unhappy life. However, burnout does not automatically equate to a physician’s level of satisfaction and happiness.
Telecommuting isn’t just nonclinical work for burned-out. These remote jobs for doctors require clinical skills and medical knowledge.
There have been a lot of headlines that appear to link burnout with doctors quitting medicine, and as a result, an exacerbation of the looming doctor shortage in the US. However, I am skeptical about whether this is truly taking place.
It’s that time of the year again to start new and set goals for our professional and personal lives. Here are 20 things you can do to help develop and reach your goals as a physicians or clinician – both professionally and personally.
Here are 6 goals and self-improving activities to consider for the year ahead.
It’s that time of the year again! Confused on what gift to give to your family and friends in the medical field? This article is for you.
This month’s The Watering Hole gives you insights on how you can achieve or sustain your dream life and pursue your passion.
Charitable giving is only one of the ways we can give back and help others who are in need. Here are five ways you can give altruistically – and only one of them involves donating money.
This month’s The Watering Hole covers some great tips on having a side hustle, medical career transitions, and work-life balance.
Looking for zebras in your professional life means seeking out the rare, unique opportunities that are a perfect fit for you. Here’s how I’ve looked for – and found – my own.
Preparing for medical exams helped you acquire a skill set. As with any skill set, there are ways to earn income from it. Capitalize on your standardized test experience with freelance writing jobs for physicians and more.
If you truly dislike clinical work, don’t force yourself to do it. Here are some points for you to justify your decision, as well as some other reasons it may be worth leaving clinical medicine.
Utilization review is a popular consideration for physicians looking for nonclinical work. I’ve worked in utilization review for close to 5 years. For doctors considering to pursue this position, here are 10 reasons why I love it
A sabbatical for doctors can be an awesome way to rejuvenate your medical career, fend off burnout, and help you cultivate a fulfilling professional life. In this article, we dispel a couple sabbatical myths and give you the details needed to take one yourself.
‘Tis the gift-giving season. Have a healthcare professional in your life and wondering what to get them? Or you’re a physician yourself and your loved ones are asking what you want? I’ve got a slew of awesome ideas for you!
Here are 15 out-of-the-ordinary practice options for medical professionals who don’t want to leave clinical medicine entirely – ranging from occupational medicine to telemedicine to international opportunities.
We hear so much about physician burnout, and what to do about it once it sets in. But, really, we should each be designing a career for ourselves that prevents burnout form the very beginning. We need to safeguard against the factors that lead to burnout so that it never even begins to set in.
Physicians often struggle to find fulfillment in their careers. The underlying meaning and significance of a career in medicine may be clear, but how to make it satisfying on a personal level is a different challenge.
