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Questions to Ask When Interviewing at a Private Practice
By Laura Gilroy, MD - September 7, 2022
Private practice jobs provide an ideal balance between autonomy as a physician and support from colleagues and a healthcare system that’s not as large as a hospital. If you're considering private practice, preparing thoughtful questions in advance will be telling of the culture and day-to-day life in that practice.
How Healthcare Employers are Implementing Wellness Principles into the Workplace
By Laura Gilroy, MD - December 8, 2021
Caring for your body and mind is extremely important in medicine. While culturally, there is still not yet a strong emphasis on well-being in the medical community, these concepts are being adopted with increasing priority within some medical systems and hospitals. Here are a few examples of how some employers are implementing these wellness programs for burnout prevention and employee satisfaction.
Established and Proven Options for Alleviating Medical Education Debt
By Laura Gilroy, MD - October 7, 2021
The average US residency graduate has accumulated $250k in debt from their medical education. Suffice to say, a high student loan burden is a near certainty for almost all who take the road of a physician. In this post Dr. Laura Gilroy outlines the established methods for resolving medical education debt.
Urban, Suburban, or Rural Practice: Pros and Cons
By Laura Gilroy, MD - September 8, 2021
Many physicians dream of the day they get the free agency to choose their desired locale, rather than have their geography determined by fate. From city skylines to cornfields, there are pros and cons to every style of practice. Here is one physician's perspective on the differences between urban, suburban, and rural practice.
The Hospitalist Model – Pros and Cons
By Laura Gilroy, MD - April 1, 2021
Hospitalists are physicians whose entire patient population consists of inpatients assigned to a given area of a hospital. This is a great career option for those hoping to continue looking after ill patients exclusively in a hospital setting. Here are some of the perks and drawbacks of a hospitalist profession.
Moonlighting for Residents
By Laura Gilroy, MD - January 21, 2021
On top of the busy schedules residents tote, many also opt to "moonlight" for extra money. Managing a second job can be difficult when the first is already so strenuous, but this article hopes to shed some light on the how and why that resident physicians can moonlight.
How to Avoid Virtual Interview Fails
By Laura Gilroy, MD - November 5, 2020
Going online for interviews has its pro’s and con’s, but being prepared and anticipating any issues that may ensue ahead of time will help to ensure success. Even though it’s on a screen, the first impression you make via the interview can make all the difference.
Medical Malpractice Insurance Types Explained
By Laura Gilroy, MD - September 10, 2020
The medical malpractice insurance landscape is complicated and can be confounding even for those of us with advanced degrees and seemingly high levels of competence.
How Graduating Residents Can Politely Decline a Job Offer
By Laura Gilroy, MD - August 11, 2020
It doesn’t require writing a novel or groveling at the feet of more senior doctors or HR reps to turn down a job offer. You just need to be clear, concise, and remember to always be polite...
Residency Training - A Final Year Timeline
By Laura Gilroy, MD - July 7, 2020
As July 1st rolls around yet again, another group of new interns will be starting in every residency program around the country. This time of year is important and symbolic for all residents because it represents their progression to the next year of training, and for the lucky seniors among us, it means that residency has finally come to an end...
