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 survey by the McGill Advisory, nearly 100 percent of the physicians surveyed said they were covered by some form of disability insurance. The bad news, also revealed in
How Laughter Helps Doctors
Story at-a-glance Laughter boosts physical health—it improves oxygen flow, lowers blood sugar, and even protects the heart.Humor strengthens doctor-patient relationships, easing anxiety and building trust.Doctors who laugh cope better with burnout, stress, and the emotional toll of patient
Why Medical Students Need Disability Insurance
Story at-a-glance Medical students face major financial risk—most carry $119K–$150K+ in student debt with little to no income.Rising tuition and stagnant physician salaries have widened the debt-to-income gap.A disability in med school can derail your future, with no savings or income to fall
Doctor Disability: Why You Need Physician Disability Insurance
Story at-a-glance Physicians have high incomes to protect—but traditional safety nets like Social Security fall short.Medical school debt is massive, with most grads owing $119K–$150K+ that still needs paying if you’re disabled.Most disabilities aren’t work-related, so workers’ comp doesn’t
Disability Insurance Cost: The Real Price of Protecting Your Income
Story at-a-glance 1 in 3 doctors face a disability before retirement—your income isn’t guaranteed.If you can’t work, your paycheck stops—but your bills don’t.Disability insurance protects your lifestyle when injury or illness takes you out of practice.It’s affordable peace of mind—just 1–3% of
Medical Students: Rethinking Third-Year Education
Story at-a-glance Third-year medical education is evolving, with growing debate between traditional block rotations and longitudinal integrated clerkships (LICs).Block rotations offer broad exposure, but critics compare the brief experiences to “speed-dating” with specialties.LICs provide
Physician Burnout Prevention: Protecting Your Health and Career
Story at-a-glance Physician burnout is rising, driven by long hours, emotional strain, and administrative overload.Burnout symptoms include chronic fatigue, anxiety, sleep issues, and reduced job satisfaction.Prevention strategies include work-life balance, mental health support, and financial
Disability Insurance for Aging Physicians: Protecting Your Career and Retirement
Story at-a-glance 1 in 5 U.S. physicians is over age 65, facing rising health risks while continuing to practice.Common conditions like cognitive decline, chronic illness, and mobility issues can disrupt a medical career.Longer careers mean greater risk of disability—yet many doctors can’t