Needle sticks are a common injury among medical personnel - and they can be especially prevalent with young resident doctors. Although a needle stick can inject hazardous drugs intothe body, it is actually the injection of infectious fluids - especially blood - that is by far the greatest concern.
Why is Disability Insurance Important for Physicians and Medical Residents?
As a physician or medical resident, you’ve spent years working tirelessly to master your field. Your career is not just a job—it’s your livelihood, your passion, and a vital part of your identity. But what if something unexpected happened that prevented you from working? A serious illness or injury
Financial Advice for New Attending Physicians: Live Like a Resident to Achieve Financial Independence
Transitioning from residency to an attending physician role is an exhilarating time marked by increased responsibilities and a substantial rise in income. However, despite the temptation to upgrade your lifestyle to match your new salary, it’s wise to continue "living like a resident" for a few more
Last Call for Discounts: Get Your Disability Insurance Before Residency Ends
As a medical resident, you’re navigating the demanding path toward becoming a practicing physician. Amid the busy days and long nights, there’s a critical financial decision you should make before your residency ends: securing discounted disability insurance. Here’s why acting now can save you
Clinical Autonomy: Embrace Your New Role as an Independent Practitioner
Transitioning from residency to becoming an attending physician is a monumental step in a medical career. One of the most significant changes is the shift towards clinical autonomy. As an independent practitioner, you are now responsible for making clinical decisions confidently while continuing to
Resident Disability Insurance: Protecting Medical Residents from a Costly Gamble
Resident disability insurance can secure your financial future. Without it, you run the risk of losing... big time. Dr. Jennings, a fourth-year resident in plastic surgery, was at home in her kitchen. While unloading her dishwasher, she dropped a coffee cup. She reached down to try to catch it
Study: Financial Literacy Lacking Among Young Physicians
Unlike the great singer Sam Cooke, young physicians actually do know a lot about biology and the science book. Some of them even know something about the French they took. But they don’t know much about money. That’s not just us talking. That’s the result of a 2017 study recently published in
Five Important Disability Insurance Riders Doctors Should Understand
Most of our readers understand the role of disability insurance in a doctor's or dentists overall financial plan. Most experts would agree that for those in a high-earning profession like medicine, who have already invested substantial financial resources into their education, disability insurance