Story at-a-glance Saving with purpose is more motivating than saving “just because”—tie each dollar to a goal to stay consistent.Set up separate online savings accounts for specific goals like a home, car, emergency fund, or retirement.Track each goal individually, adjusting contributions as
Physicians Can Hire a Money Doctor to Cure Personal Finance Woes
Story at-a-glance Most physicians struggle with personal finances, from budgeting to bill paying—not from lack of intelligence, but lack of time.Daily Money Managers (DMMs) act like a “money doctor”, handling the day-to-day details that keep your finances running smoothly.A skilled DMM can
Warning to Young Physicians: Credit Cards can be Hazardous to Your Health
Story at-a-glance The stress of credit card debt is real—linked to serious health issues and long-term financial damage.With average household credit card debt at $9,000 and 20% interest rates, young doctors can’t afford to ignore the risks.Budgeting is your best defense—stop using credit, cut
Designing a Good Life for Young Physicians
Story at-a-glance Big income jumps often lead to lifestyle inflation, not increased savings—leaving physicians financially stretched despite high earnings.More money doesn't equal more happiness—clarity of purpose and values is what truly defines a “good life.”Without a plan, spending grows
Financial Success for Physicians Begins with a Winning Attitude
Story at-a-glance Money alone doesn’t guarantee control or happiness—even high-earning physicians can feel financially stuck without the right mindset.A winning attitude comes first, not after you get out of debt or build savings—it’s the mindset that creates progress.Financial winners focus
Obstacles to Building Wealth: Not Running the Practice as a Business
Story at-a-glance Many physicians in private practice lack basic business training, which limits growth and wealth-building potential.Future earnings—not practice equity—are your biggest asset, and growing them requires intentional business strategy.Poor debt management, weak marketing, and
Are HSAs the Secret to Reducing Health Care Costs?
Story at-a-glance HSAs pair with high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) to offer lower premiums and tax-advantaged savings for medical expenses.Contributions are tax-deductible, grow tax-deferred, and can be withdrawn tax-free for qualified medical expenses—even premiums.Unused funds roll over
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