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David Beran, DO

About David Beran, DO

I am a practicing emergency physician with academic and administrative roles. I work full time as a medical director but am exploring multiple non-clinical avenues for my medical and public health degrees. Aside from blogging on www.theprescientdoc.com, I work in file review, consulting, research and expert witnessing.

Why Locum Tenens Work is Truly an Adventure (and worth it!)

By David Beran, DO - October 26, 2022

Emergency medicine physicians tend to receive a lot of offers for locum tenens work. But is the excitement of a new adventure worth the uncertainty? Emergency medicine physician David Beran shares his thoughts on why he thinks so, with the opportunities for travel, flexible scheduling, and higher pay.

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WHY LOCUMS IS AN ADVENTURE

Exciting Opportunity in a Town Far Away: Why Locums May Not Be Right for You

By David Beran, DO - November 30, 2022

Locum tenens work can be an exciting and rewarding career path. However, with with the steep learning curves, financial instability, and general uncertainty it brings, locums is not for everyone. Here are a few things to consider before signing that locums contract.

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why locums may not be for you

The Cons of Consistency in Scheduling in Medicine: Why You Might Miss Shift Work

By David Beran, DO - February 8, 2023

Shift work as a physician can be rather draining, but a consistent routine comes with its own drawbacks you might not expect. From feeling trapped on weekends to missing the diversity of your inconsistent work schedule, learn what you need to know before making the switch.

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How To Find the Best Emergency Medicine Jobs

By David Beran, DO - October 23, 2024

If you're searching for ideal emergency medicine jobs, it helps to prioritize key characteristics such as location, employment type, and patient volume. To find your perfect fit in a new physician career, do your research upfront and plan for a life, not a job.

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finding the best emergency medicine jobs

How to Prepare for an Emergency Medicine Interview

By David Beran, DO - January 8, 2025

As a physician looking to land your next emergency medicine role, here are some general concepts to keep in mind to help you nail the interview process.

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Preparing for EM interviews