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Physician Career Resources Blog
View all postsIs Private Practice for You?
By Gerard DiLeo, MD - March 27, 2018
As both Tom Petty sang and Mel Brooks depicted on screen, “It’s good to be the king.” As the sole proprietor of your own private practice, you really are the king. You embark on building your own empire. Of course, sometimes kings end up with their heads cut off.
How to Turn CME Requirements into Vacation Fun
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - March 20, 2018
Mandatory CME easily reaches 50 hours per year for many physicians. Add in the maintenance of certification requirements for some specialties and the time commitment, and it can turn into a part-time job just keeping up. That said, why not make it fun? Most, if not all, CME could turn into a vacation experience if you chose wisely.
How Can Physicians Ask For & Get a Raise?
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - March 13, 2018
Physicians often find themselves earning a similar income year after year, or even a bit less. Many struggle through this, but years ago a mentor shared a few tactics to improve the playing field. Some of these options may be intuitive, but without directly asking for an increase in compensation, you will be in the same position twelve months from now.
Today’s Career Choices in Medicine: Chaotic Systems
By Gerard DiLeo, MD - March 6, 2018
What do you want to be when you grow up? Almost no one ends up being the type of doctor he or she was at the beginning. Private practice physicians end up as hospitalists, soloists end up in large groups,
How to Get Through School While Holding Down a Job
By Tyler Faust, RN - February 22, 2018
Working while getting an education is becoming more mainstream in recent years, given the ever-increasing cost of tuition. Industries (especially healthcare) are pushing their employees and providing
As a Physician These are the Qualities I Value in a Recruiter
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - February 20, 2018
When answers are needed or clarification required, the kind of recruiter I like to work with digs in and finds the honest answers. Fostering a long-term relationship over the quick win is a recipe for mutually beneficial collaboration.
CME Conferences to Attend in 2018
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - February 6, 2018
While the options are endless, your time and likely budget are not. Chose wisely. Do your research and ask your colleagues to ensure you are getting the most reward for your time and effort obtaining CME and attending conferences.
Why I Still Love Medicine
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - February 1, 2018
Even though the media often portrays physicians as burned out and barely hanging on, this is not the reality for most who work in healthcare. Each physician has his or her reasons for choosing medicine, and I wanted to share a few of my own...
Five Tips to Bow Out Gracefully from Your Healthcare Job
By Sheramy Tsai - January 23, 2018
There comes a time in everyone’s professional life when a change of scenery is necessary. Whether you are leaving your job to pursue a new career opportunity or because you are ready to move on from an intolerable work situation, the way in which you handle your departure is likely to follow you for years to come.
What To Do Next if Your Dream Job Isn't Available
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - January 18, 2018
Competition, scarcity, and desire for coveted positions risk burying your CV in the proverbial pile. Having a few strategies to deal with this phenomenon can help you retain sanity and win at the end of the day.
