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Ore Ogunyemi, MD

About Ore Ogunyemi, MD

Dr. Ore Ogunyemi is a trained pediatric urologist and entrepreneur. She earned her medical degree at UCLA, where she was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society, completed her urology residency at University of Wisconsin, Madison and pursued pediatric urology fellowship at Stanford University. During her training, she participated in several international medical mission trips and prioritized care for underserved populations. She practiced clinical urology in Northern California. Dr. Ogunyemi also enjoys medical writing and producing content that is both informative and enjoyable for physicians and the lay public. She consults with patient advocacy groups to impact female urinary disorders and emotional eating. In addition, Dr. Ogunyemi studied at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and is certified as a health coach, allowing her to use holistic technique to impact wellness and produce sustainable lifestyle changes in her clients. She is also a budding yogini and is pursuing yoga teacher training.

The Benefits of the Locums Life: An Option at Any Stage in Your Career

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - July 2, 2019

Locums tenens literally means "place holder," and to many physicians, locums jobs have been just that—a temporary position until something better comes along or the only option for those unable to maintain a permanent position. But times are changing, and more physicians realize that locums tenens is far more than a desperate search for sub-par opportunities...

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The Benefits of the Locums Life: An Option at Any Stage in Your Career

Why You Should Take a Second Look at Healthcare Job Boards

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - August 6, 2019

...On the other hand, when you apply to a job via a job board, you show that you’ve put some thought and commitment into choosing it. Additionally, you will be able to tailor your CV and cover letter to that position, showcasing your sincere desire to pursue and accept the job. As some recruited applicants who only review the opportunity after being presented may not follow through, this gives the employer more security that you genuinely want the job...

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Why You Should Take a Second Look at Healthcare Job Boards

Physician Job Search: How to "Find the Right Fit"

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - September 20, 2019

Make a list of the non-negotiables in work and career— and don’t shortchange your goals in service to a paycheck. Most physicians work well over the standard 40-hour work week and still take their work home with them; it’s in our best interest to ensure we choose our work environment wisely.

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Physician Job Search: How to "Find the Right Fit"

Flexibility and Your First Physician Job

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - January 13, 2020

As most residency programs don’t include an elective entitled “Negotiating your dream job,” many first time physician job seekers understandably feel a bit overwhelmed as their training comes to a close. To assuage these concerns, many may feel the need to draft up a list of the “non-negotiables” essential to their first physician job. So which aspects of your physician job search can you relax? Follow the link to learn more...

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Flexibility and Your First Physician Job

Is a Hospital-Employed Practice the Right Choice for You?

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - March 23, 2020

Choosing your next physician job takes a bit of groundwork to make sure it’s the right fit. Don’t overlook the practice type when choosing a position— it can affect all areas of your work life, from the practice culture, your ability to provide quality care, and how your work is valued.

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Is a Hospital-Employed Practice the Right Choice for You

The Changing Face of Healthcare Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - April 1, 2020

Even as the pandemic highlights gaps in our health care system, individuals, organizations, and governments have stepped up to deliver innovations to fill these gaps. While this change has come amidst a crisis, there are important lessons in these emergency measures that have the ability to affect our profession into the foreseeable future.

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Is Private Practice the Right Choice for You?

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - May 26, 2020

If you’ve ever considered starting your own medical practice or joining a group of like-minded physician-entrepreneurs, read on to see if you have what it takes to make private practice the right step for you.

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Is Private Practice the Right Choice for You?

Turning Your Current Job Into Your Dream Job

By Ore Ogunyemi, MD - July 28, 2020

Medicine is both a calling and a career. Physicians deserve to be supported while providing critical care to our patients. By finding ways to maximize satisfaction in our current jobs, we cultivate the energy to move our careers—and medicine— forward. Take stock of your own career to find what resources are already available to you to draw you closer to your dream job!

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Turning Your Current Job Into Your Dream Job