Physician Credentialing Process: What You Shouldn’t Do
Whether you’re just getting started in your physician career or have been practicing for some time, the physician credentialing process is necessary and something you should be prepared for. This is especially true if you’re a new physician and want to start a job by a specific...
Depression in Residency: What to Do and How to Cope
Even though I love my job, I’ve been feeling a little burned out lately. I think it comes from being stretched too thin, which is something I’ve coped with off an on ever since med school. As the saying goes, there are never enough hours in the day, and sometimes that really...
Physician Work-Life Balance: Is Anxiety Sabotaging Your Goals?
Because of high achievement standards and perfectionist tendencies, most med students, residents and physicians struggle with maintaining physician work-life balance. It’s stereotypical, yes, but more often than not, those in the medical field are detail-obsessed, hardworking...
Physician CV: Study Shows Many Lie About Accomplishments
Reuters Health recently published an eye-opening article by Kerry Grens detailing two new studies about the accuracy of residents’ CVs. The findings? Many residents lie (or grossly embellish) on their physician CVs. One study was led by Dr. Michael Frumovitz of the University...
Tips for a Successful Physician Phone Interview
A physician phone interview seems much less intimidating than an in-person interview. If your palms are sweaty, you don’t have to worry about shaking hands. Dressing up isn’t necessary, and you don’t have to worry about maintaining eye contact. However, many people make the...
Negotiating a Physician Employment Contract: 5 Must-Know Tips
Many new doctors are hesitant about negotiating physician employment contracts. Negotiating can be very intimidating, especially when there’s a huge opportunity on the table and you don’t want to blow your chances. On the other hand, in order to be happy with a position, you...
Physician Career: Is Rural Practice Right for You?
According to the American Medical Association, only 10% of physicians practice in rural areas. Of those 10%, about 27% are older than 55 and on their way to retirement. The entire nation is experiencing the impact of physician shortages, but rural areas are feeling the pinch...
Physician Compensation: Why Saving and Investing is So Important
I graduated from residency over 10 years ago, and I still remember it as one of the most exhilarating times of my life. More than anything, I was ready to start practicing and making a difference in my patients’ lives. But in addition to my excitement about work, I was thrilled...
Physician Career: Will “People Skills” Make or Break Your Future?
In an earlier post, we mentioned the importance of leadership competencies for a successful physician career. Hospital and group interview practices are hinting at another trend, and that’s the importance of people skills — your overall demeanor, how you interact with others...
Physician Compensation: Is Private Practice Financially Feasible?
For many years, private practice was a viable and attractive option for physicians who value autonomy and independence. In addition to having a great deal of control, there is no cap on physician compensation for owners of private practices. Despite the drawbacks of high risk...
