What are MY Odds of Becoming Disabled?
Pretty substantial, all things considered. Among white-collar professionals, doctors are significantly more likely to become disabled than our counterparts in law, accounting, business management and
BANG. You’re disabled. What’s your plan, Doctor?
All the doctors we work with spend years becoming truly excellent at helping their patients deal with their own medical problems. But not all doctors
What is the Best Time to Buy Disability Insurance?
There’s a common saying in the insurance business and the military: “It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark.” That’s true! And, it’s important to
Physicians Should Buy Disability Insurance While Young
Many young physicians dream of the freedom of opening their own private practice, mid-career. But sometimes the ability to fulfill one’s dreams gets hampered by
The Impact of Needlestick Injuries on Physicians
“A rock star phlebotomist,” is how one medical resident described herself. She had successfully drawn blood from a variety of cantankerous patients as well as those
Misguided Missiles: Sleep-Deprived Medical Residents and Motor Vehicle Accidents
Consider this: A pregnant resident and member of The Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR/SEIU), a multi-state union, tells a story of working a long
Physicians Probably Need Tax Help
Few people would argue that taxes aren’t complicated. Even for the simplest of situations, taxes can be perplexing for no other reason than the rules
Managing Debt – A Financial Weight Loss Formula
Perhaps the most encouraging outcome of the latest recession is the increasing emphasis on debt reduction by most Americans. The average American has over $20,000 in debt
Budgeting Basics for the New Physician
After spending seven to 12 years in medical school and training, the idea of budgeting probably doesn’t hold much appeal for most new physicians. But, we all
A Winning Strategy for Saving Money while Reducing Your Debt
Save money or pay off debt, it’s a conundrum for new physicians. Both are important, but many physicians feel cornered by the decision because their budget only
AMA Disability Insurance Review Vs. Individual Disability Insurance
The good news is that, as a group, physicians seem to take the real threat of incurring a disability to heart. According to a 2007
Disability Insurance Brokers Offer Best Solutions for Physicians
There was a time when physicians could obtain high quality disability insurance from a wide range of insurance carriers. Then, due to increasing costs and