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Undervalued: Why Primary Care Physicians Deserve More
The U.S. is notoriously limited in its healthcare spending, specifically for primary care. In 2022 alone, primary care accounted for … Read more
Jorge Sanchez, MD
Summer Travel Is Cheap Again: Here’s How To Make The Most Of It
For once, the inbox spam is telling the truth: Airfares are dropping, demand is wobbling, and airlines are flinging promo … Read more
MAHA: Breaking Down the Latest Healthcare Mandate
Healthcare has always been intrinsically tied to the shift in the socio-political climate of the United States of America. And … Read more
The Sunday Best (06/01/2025)
You Once Wished For What You Have Now You fought for that residency. Got it. Then discovered you hate being … Read more
The Great Debate of Physician Unionization
Even just 20 years ago or so, the idea of physician unionization would be met with derision at worst and … Read more
Barista FIRE for Doctors
Most of us aren’t afraid of work. Sure, we no longer glamorize the nonstop grind, but we still love to … Read more
Where Are Your Kids Summering?
When I tell people my oldest is booked solid with summer camps, it doesn’t feel like bragging — it feels … Read more
Memorial Day: The Case for Buying “Spite” Donuts and Other Holiday Weekend Splurges
It was at a gas station in the non-pristine parts of town where I went on a rage-buying spree. The … Read more
The Sunday Best (05/25/2025)
If it were possible to physically suffer from the financial noise floating around about markets, investments, and “smart” money moves, … Read more
Our Chosen Road
CONSUMER REPORTS and other authorities will tell you that you get the greatest value for your car-buying dollar by purchasing a … Read more
Life In The Fast Lane: Best Cars for Doctors
A doctor’s life is marked by long hours, hard work, and tough choices. Finding the perfect car to fit your … Read more
Why Investors Often Abandon Buy-and-Hold and Why You Shouldn’t
If you’ve ever watched your portfolio take a nosedive during a market downturn, you have probably felt that gut-wrenching feeling, … Read more
The Sunday Best 05/18/2025
The Optimization Trap: When Dollars Don’t Equal Happiness We obsess over optimizing our finances—maximizing returns, minimizing expenses, plotting the perfect … Read more
Has the American Dream Become Unattainable?
Nick Maggiulli Of Dollars And Data focuses on personal finance using data analysis. Nick Maggiulli is the Chief Operating Officer … Read more
Budget Vacations Are a Lie: Memories Per Dollar (The Travel Metric That Matters More Than Price)
There’s no honor in financial martyrdom I recently took a four-day trip over spring break. I’m a woman of a … Read more
PSLF For Doctors: Is It Still Worth It?
If you’re a physician in training or just starting your career, there’s a good chance you’ve heard about Public Service … Read more
The Sunday Best 05/11/2025
As I sit at my computer, eating a plate of pasta with artichokes, I’m contemplating what special dish to prepare … Read more
Mother’s Day: ‘Fake’ Holiday Pressure & How to Beat Guilt
Let me tell you a secret about Mother’s Day. It’s not real. It’s a made-up holiday invented by marketers — … Read more
Physician Career Satisfaction At An All-Time Low
We’ve talked about physician burnout before. It’s an unfortunate side effect of how the U.S. healthcare system currently functions. It’s … Read more
How Much Should You Really Spend on a Wedding Gift?
You’ve RSVP’d yes. You’ve booked the hotel, bought a pastel dress you’ll never wear again, and Venmo’d $187 to some … Read more