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Hidden Landmines That Could Put Your Homeownership At Risk
Many things in life don’t come easily. Becoming a homeowner is one of them. It’s not something that happens overnight … Read more
Nirav Shah, MD
Can Physicians Keep Personal Assets in Malpractice Suits?
$4.8 billion. That’s how much was paid in medical malpractice settlements in 2023. If there’s one thing you can say … Read more
What Do the Higher Social Security Payments in 2025 Mean For Millions of Americans
“The bill I’m signing today is about a simple proposition — Americans who have worked hard all their lives to … Read more
College Funding: Tackling the Myths
Okay, so who spread the rumor that savings are ‘bad, actually’ when thinking about college for kids? I’m aware that … Read more
The Unretired: Why Some Doctors Come Back (and What It Costs Them)
Most of us expect retirement to feel like a curtain call. Like a clean break after decades of weekends on … Read more
What Really Happens When Doctors Walk Away
Some time ago, we published a piece on when physicians should retire. While that article was a straightforward guide to … Read more
Doctor’s Notes: Recession For The Economically Challenged
Contrary to popular belief, the warning signs of a recession didn’t just show up post-January. They have been there since … Read more
The Unintentional Ripple Effects of the FI Journey
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how our decisions, especially those that stem out of pragmatism and logical reasoning, … Read more
Medical Residency Match Under Fire: Is It Time For Reform?
For decades, the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) – better known simply as “the Match” – has decided where most … Read more
Are Physicians Leaving America?
The physician shortage is not new. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, we witnessed a steady decline in the number of … Read more
The Top Retirement Questions Physicians Need to Ask
Compared to other professions, a physician’s retirement is not as cut and dry. The typical scene we imagine at the … Read more
Physician Salaries in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania isn’t doing too badly when it comes to their healthcare and its infrastructure. Pennsylvania ranks 5th in the country … Read more
Everything We Know About the Measles Outbreak and the Way Ahead
Let’s start with the numbers because numbers don’t lie – even if our collective memory does. As of March 13, … Read more
Bankrupt: Running Out Of Money During Retirement
America might be the richest country in the world, but that doesn’t mean we have wealth equity. Because if that … Read more
The Current State of Medical Research
In the decades following World War II, the United States emerged as the undisputed leader in medical research, driven by … Read more
Starting a Podcast: A Physician’s Guide to Creating Engaging Audio Content
In 2025, podcasting is no longer a trend – it’s a cultural staple. Over 546 million people worldwide tune in … Read more
Retirement Planning for Female Physicians: Unique Considerations
For most female physicians, retirement isn’t just a milestone, it’s a hard-won victory achieved after decades of using medical brilliance … Read more
Planning for Healthcare Costs in Retirement as a Physician
After decades of dedication and hard work, retirement comes as a well-deserved reward, a time to finally prioritize the joys … Read more
5 Most Affordable Medical Schools In California
California is suffering a severe doctor shortage. But then again, so does most of America. After only meeting 54% of … Read more
The Current State of Public Health
In the weeks following the Presidential inauguration, the administration’s approach to public health has begun to take shape through a … Read more