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Life Insurance 101 for Physicians: Protecting the People You Love

November 13, 2025 by Chuck Krugh, CFP

Life Insurance 101 for Physicians

Story at-a-glance

  • Life insurance is love in action. It protects your family if you’re gone.
  • Your income supports everything. Life insurance replaces it for your loved ones.
  • Term is simple and affordable. Great for debt and family protection.
  • Permanent builds long-term value. Stays with you for life and builds savings.
  • Doctors should start now. Aim for 10–15× your income to protect your family’s future.

You’ve worked hard to build a great life.
A home. A family. A career that makes a difference.

But here’s a hard question most doctors avoid:
What happens to your family if you’re not here to provide for them?

That’s where life insurance comes in.

It’s not about fear.

It’s about love.

It’s about protecting the people who depend on you — no matter what happens.

Why Doctors Need Life Insurance

If you’re a physician or dentist, your family’s lifestyle depends on your income.

The mortgage, the student loans, the kids’ education — all of it is built on your ability to earn.

Life insurance replaces that income if something happens to you.

It gives your loved ones time, stability, and options.

That means your spouse doesn’t have to sell the house.

Your kids can stay in school.

Your family can focus on healing, not worrying about money.

Term or Permanent? Here’s the Simple Breakdown

Term life insurance is the simplest and most affordable option.
It covers you for a set period — usually 10, 20, or 30 years.
It’s a great fit if your main goal is to protect your family while paying off debts and raising kids.

Permanent life insurance (like whole life or universal life) lasts your entire lifetime.
It builds cash value you can access later for big goals — like retirement income or funding college.

Many doctors use a mix of both:
term coverage for income protection,
and permanent coverage for long-term planning.

How Much Coverage Do You Need?

A good rule of thumb:
Start with 10 to 15 times your annual income.

If you earn $300,000, that’s about $3–4 million in coverage.
Enough to replace income, pay off debts, and secure your family’s future.

But your exact number depends on your family, your goals, and your current assets.
That’s why getting personalized guidance matters.

The Bottom Line

Life insurance isn’t just a financial decision.
It’s an act of love.

It says, “If something ever happens to me, the people I love most will be okay.”

You’ve worked hard to provide for your family.
Make sure that continues — no matter what.

Next Step: Protect the People You Love

Click below to request your free life insurance quotes.
It’s fast, simple, and the smartest way to protect your family’s future.

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Ready to take the next step? Get personalized life insurance quotes
so you can be prepared for what comes next.

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