Career

Real talk about what it’s like being a woman in medicine.

Jennifer Frank, MD, reflects on how taking breaks helps her improve her productivity in all parts of her life.

A growing number of physicians are taking their careers and schedules into their hands through multiple part-time jobs and revenue streams.

Strategies to help solo practice physicians step away from the office for a vacation, medical leave, or unexpected emergencies.

Two black med students are channeling social media to help other people of color pursue careers in medicine.

One physician reckons with the fact that her high school-aged daughter says she wants to be an endocrinologist-just like mom.

A projected physician shortage means it’s time to appeal to the new crop of docs.

Explore factors that determine how locum tenens physicians pay rate and non-salary offerings are calculated-and whether that adds up to an attractive gig.

If it's been awhile since you've been able to sit still and be alone with your thoughts, here are three suggestion that can help you.

Physicians share how they manage work-life balance while having a meaningful career in medicine.

A career in medicine is not for the faint of heart. In fact, a recent survey suggests medical professionals need extra care and concern, especially with regards to their mental health.

Locum tenens physicians serve communities and populations hardest hit by the physician shortage. Take time to thank a temporary physician for their contributions during National Locum Tenens Week.

Locum tenens assignments can help kick-start or restart career passions and have a meaningful, even life-changing, impact on providers.

Insight into what's on the minds of newly graduated physician assistants.

A growing number of physicians are getting a master’s in business administration to learn the business of medicine.

Despite the growing number of female physicians, there are few women in leadership roles. Here are five ways you can help women advance their careers.

The right support and a thoughtful strategy can maximize job satisfaction for physicians who are ready to transition to a second career.

Exploring the wide world of healthcare careers.

Find people who help you gain understanding, achieve goals, and encourage growth. Learn how to recognize these people who may already be in your life.

Although we often take pride in our constant busyness, being too busy can be a bad thing.

Tips for medical practice staff to broach the conversation of mid-career professional development with their employers.

Stepping back for perspective in the middle of your career can unveil fresh insights and help plan future accomplishments. Here are six ways for medical practice staff to advance their careers.

Advice for new physicians as they enter the field.

The physician shortage is more pronounced in rural communities, where access to healthcare is limited despite an increased need. Locum tenens doctors can benefit a community in need, and the community can offer advantages practically unheard of in the city.

Seven seasoned professionals offer some recommendations for new residents and those starting out at medical practices.

Honing leadership skills is essential for a manager. Here are four ways to become better leaders for staff and patients.

Two cards tacked to a covered bulletin board help one physician remember why she practices medicine.

Residency can be a fearful time in a doctor’s career, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable. Here are some tips for recent medical school graduates as they begin their training.

In order to reduce the incidence of clinical errors in judgment, physicians should be aware of cognitive biases and practice strategies to mitigate their impact.