Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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On the podcast this week, John discusses the concept of Direct Primary Care (DPC). First appearing in the early 2000’s, this type of practice is characterized by the elimination of third party payers. In most cases, insurance billing is replaced by a subscription or “membership” model in which patients prepay for their care on a monthly or quarterly basis.

The typical DPC practice agrees to provide a comprehensive set of outpatient services that meet the needs of most patients. Hospitalizations and high-cost surgeries are generally covered by traditional insurance.

Under this model, the elimination of insurance billing results in lower overhead, less paperwork, fewer employees, and better access by expanding the use of texting, phone calls, email, and telemedicine. Office visits are generally longer and more comprehensive with less time spent on paperwork. While originally designed for primary care, there are examples of specialty-based DPC-style payment arrangements.

John describes why this can be the solution to burnout and a way to recover the joy of practicing medicine while earning a very good income. He also explains that creating a DPC practice requires extensive planning and significant financial resources, but less than opening a traditional practice. And he offers his thoughts on transitioning from employment to your own DPC practice.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/direct-primary-care-practice/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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John Jurica has been producing the Physician Nonclinical Careers Podcast for more than 7 years. Over those years, he has produced several free and paid resources designed to help physicians more quickly identify and pursue those nonclinical and unconventional clinical careers. But not all of the podcast listeners have heard about those resources.

In this week’s podcast episode, John describes the most popular written and audiovisual content that he has created himself, or that he promotes for other physician career experts. He starts by describing the Nonclinical Career Academy:

• Thirty courses on popular nonclinical career topics, plus over 50 short Q&A sessions
• Option to purchase for a one-time fee or monthly membership.

He then presents two free resources:

• the Five Career Guide provides details covering 4 hospital-based management jobs plus medical writing, and
• the 70 Nonclinical Careers checklist lists the most popular nonclinical and unconventional clinical careers.

He then lists 6 more paid courses that provide training in specific fields or strategies:

• Build a Rewarding, Lucrative Career as a Medical Science Liaison,
• the 2024 Nonclinical Career Summit with 12 lectures by 12 experts,
• the Expert Witness Startup School presented by Dr. Gretchen Green,
• LinkedIn for Physicians and the Carpé Diem Resumé Kit by Dr. Heather Fork, and
• the Medical Affairs Associates Program presented by Dr. Paul Hercock.

He closes by describing how to access the recordings of his weekly Q&A sessions.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/valuable-resources/ 

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Today’s episode is Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Robert Cooper, an endocrinologist who has successfully integrated nonclinical work into his career. In Episode 391, we discussed how Robert transitioned into part-time consulting, including expert witness work and other forms of knowledge consulting.

In this episode, we continue the conversation by diving deeper into disability file reviews, medical necessity reviews, and peer-to-peer consulting. Robert explains how physicians from all specialties—especially primary care—can tap into these opportunities, optimize their earnings, and navigate the industry to avoid low-paying or unethical companies.

We also explore the challenges and benefits of balancing clinical and nonclinical work, the growing role of locum tenens for career flexibility, and how to transition smoothly into these roles. Robert shares practical strategies for physicians looking to supplement or replace their clinical income while maintaining autonomy and work-life balance.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/exploit-your-medical-knowledge/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Robert J. Cooper, MD, is an attending physician in the Department of Endocrinology at Holyoke Medical Center in Holyoke, Massachusetts. He received his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York, and completed residency training in internal medicine at Long Island Jewish Hospital, New Hyde Park, New York. He completed fellowship training in endocrinology at Long Island Jewish Hospital and Winthrop–University Hospital, Mineola, New York.

He lectured this past year at SEAK on combating physician burnout with nonclinical diversification, including knowledge consulting. He provides keynote lectures and/or provide workshops to physician groups interested in combining nonclinical and clinical activities. During these lectures, he provides a roadmap for entrance to nonclinical work while maintaining a flexible clinical presence.

In this week’s interview, Robert explains how and why he started adding nonclinical part-time work to his career, as he cut back on his clinical time. John and Robert discuss several types of knowledge consulting, including expert witness consulting. And Robert provides advice for those physicians who want to pursue these opportunities, including how to optimize earnings, and how to please the organizations looking for your assistance.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/part-time-consulting/ 

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Dr. Sanj Katyal's journey began with a solid foundation in science and medicine. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biomedical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from New York University School of Medicine. While his early career in radiology and clinical operations brought professional success, it also exposed him to the limitations of traditional Western medicine in addressing the deeper causes of human discontent.

The turning point came when Dr. Katyal discovered Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and became a certified hypnotherapist and RTT therapist in 2024. His transformation through RTT, including overcoming a deep-seated fear, reinforced his belief in the power of addressing subconscious limiting beliefs.

During today’s interview, Dr. Katyal describes the limitations of positive psychology and the benefits of rapid transformational therapy. He then goes on to describe the explosion in mental illness in children and young adults since 2010.

He warns parents to be vigilant and proactive concerning the effects of social media on their children. He offers advice on how to protect children from addiction to social media. And he directs them to his website at sanjkatyal.com where they can access additional information.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/subconscious-mind/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Dr. Megan Leivant received her medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine and training in internal medicine residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. After practicing internal medicine for ten years, she transitioned to a medical director position for a life insurance company. She now works as VP and Medical Director with another firm.

During today’s interview, Megan shares what led her to change careers, how she landed her first life insurance job, and advice for others wanting to pursue this career. She lists resources for those wishing to learn more before pursuing a career in life insurance medicine and explains that board certification in the field is available.

She also discusses the duties and lifestyle of a life insurance medical director, opportunities for advancement, and the differences between direct and reinsurance companies. Finally, she explains that the intellectual stimulation, ongoing learning, and application of medical knowledge keep her excited about working in this industry.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/new-life-insurance-medicine-career/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Dr. Michelle Bailey is an Executive Medical Director working in the Pharma Industry since 2016 after having practiced academic pediatrics for 18 years. She has been a Physician Career and Life Coach since 2012.

She was a guest on the PNC Podcast 5 years ago when she described her career as a biopharma medical director. In today’s interview, she focuses on helping us understand what keeps us from pursuing a satisfying career.

She describes the importance of taking a pause before making any major life-changing decisions. And she shares other revelations she has had while coaching physicians during and after the COVID pandemic

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/make-meaningful-changes/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Dr. Helen Rhodes is an obstetrician/gynecologist who was first interviewed in 2019. She became dissatisfied with her practice, so she completely redesigned her clinical career, and added a nonclinical component.

Helen received her medical degree from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and completed the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. For her first job, she landed a position in a traditional academic setting. She later tried private practice.

Finally, she left traditional practice and began exploring several alternative practice options, while also developing a part-time job as medical director for a plasmapheresis company. During our interview, she describes how she found each position, and how she created her novel career by combining several different clinical and nonclinical pursuits.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/be-creative-and-flexible/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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In this week’s podcast episode, John presents his interview with Dr. Jordan Grumet. Jordan is the producer of the popular Earn & Invest Podcast, but he is also a hospice medical director and author of the traditionally published book Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life.

Jordan earned his medical degree from Northwestern University and completed his internal medicine residency at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. He loves writing and especially enjoys the challenge of working with traditional publishing companies. He has written a new book called The Purpose Code: How to unlock meaning, maximize happiness, and leave a lasting legacy. The book is being released on January 7, 2025, the day this podcast interview is forst posted.

During our conversation, he describes why many of us misunderstand the concept of one’s purpose, by distinguishing “big P” and “little P” versions of the word. He explains the meaning of “purpose anxiety,” why so many of us experience it, and how to overcome it. Finally, Jordan tells us where to find his book, podcast, and website, and the best ways to contact him.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/the-purpose-code/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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In this week’s episode, Dr. Nicole Rochester returns to the podcast. It’s been 5 years since she described how she was inspired to create her health navigation consulting business. Since then she has expanded her business and is now working with healthcare organizations to provide her services. She is also teaching other physicians to create their own consulting businesses.

Dr. Nicole Rochester obtained her undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University and her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the George Washington University School of Medicine.

During today’s interview, Nicole describes why she began working as a coach and consultant for patients with complex medical problems who needed help making decisions and navigating their healthcare journey. She also explains how she began providing these services on behalf of large health systems and hospitals, which is a much more sustainable model. She also shares her ideas for other healthcare coaching and consulting businesses to use a similar strategy.

Finally, she invites physicians to contact her about learning to be a healthcare navigator by joining her group training program. All of her resources can be found at yourgpsdoc.com.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/fantastic-b2b-business/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

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In this week’s podcast episode, John addresses this question: Even if I’m burned out and frustrated, are there ways to stay in clinical medicine while achieving balance, satisfaction, and enjoyment? During this presentation, he discusses the following 5 options for remaining in clinical practice.

Take another stab at addressing the circumstances leading to dissatisfaction by aggressively renegotiating your employment contract. Review your contract and identify the major issues causing your frustration. Develop a strategy for renegotiating those issues with your attorney. These typically involve vacation time and covering for others’ vacations, work hours, salary, restrictive covenants, and inadequate pay for collaborating with midlevel providers.

If you’re looking for a new job, consider engaging an agent to represent you in contract negotiations with a new employer, often at no cost to you.

Start a new practice or join one that does not bill insurance companies. Direct Primary Care and Concierge practices, and narrow-focused practices often enable the physicians to work on cash-only, fee-for-service, or membership models, and to create a better lifestyle and income.

Almost any of us could start or transition to a narrow focused practice. John’s colleague was a full-time general pediatrician who transitioned to caring solely for patients with attention deficit disorder. He uses standard protocols for evaluation and management, and is an expert at billing for these services. He reduced his staff and overhead and his satisfaction and income have improved.

Finally, for those who want to achieve many of the above advantages, and others, without starting a practice, working as a micro-corporation may be a great choice. Incorporating and working as an independent contractor for a large group or hospital system provides more tax benefits, flexible investment opportunities, and off-loading the expenses for rent and staffing. 

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/save-your-career/