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Physician NonClinical Careers with John Jurica

Author: John Jurica, MD, MPH, CPE

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Physician NonClinical Careers is presented to inspire, encourage, and teach physicians how to pivot to a new career. John Jurica will present topics important to pivoting physicians and interview experts and physicians who have completed their career pivots.
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If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Chirag Chaudhari, an emergency physician and director of quality and informatics, describes how a missed hospital leadership promotion prompted him to reassess his financial future and lean heavily into real estate investing. What began with buying model homes as rentals evolved into a long "real estate fellowship," masterminds, and eventually participation in more than 25 syndications across multifamily, storage, land, short-term rentals, and other asset classes. He explains how he now leads group investments for physicians and other professionals, performing in-depth due diligence, negotiating more favorable terms, and structuring deals that align with various goals, such as monthly cash flow, long-term upside, or active-income tax relief through energy syndications. Along the way, he shares how busy clinicians can step beyond "money jail" retirement accounts, diversify without becoming full-time landlords, and use education and mentorship to invest with more confidence. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/syndication-opportunities/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this replay, John reflects on his 14-year tenure as Chief Medical Officer and walks through six major assignments that shaped his work:      - building a CME and residency program,      - leading quality-improvement initiatives,      - implementing medication-safety and order-entry systems,      - applying lean process methods in key departments,      - launching a hospitalist program, and      - expanding a multi-specialty medical group through recruitment and practice acquisitions. His reflections provide a grounded view of how physician leadership unfolds inside a hospital, how large projects are carried from idea to completion, and what it looks like to partner with directors, executives, and frontline clinicians over many years. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/6-typical-assignments of-a-hospital-cmo/ 
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this classic episode from 2022, Drs. Lev Grinman and Daniel Cousin share how they built Doctors for Providers, a nationwide network that connects physicians with nurse practitioners and PAs seeking collaborative partnerships. What began as a simple response to constant requests from advanced practice providers has become a streamlined system that helps both sides work more efficiently and safely. Dr. Grinman, a neurologist and sleep specialist, and Dr. Cousin, a radiologist, explain how they identified a hidden demand in healthcare and turned it into a viable business model. They describe how the service works, why it offers physicians flexible nonclinical income, and what they've learned about entrepreneurship along the way from testing ideas and bootstrapping growth to balancing compliance and trust. Their story reveals how spotting a small but widespread problem can evolve into a scalable company and how physicians can leverage their expertise beyond the clinic to build real solutions for the medical community. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/part-time-remote-medical-director
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Matthew Jones is a former orthopedic surgeon who turned professional frustration into entrepreneurial innovation. After a decade in medicine, he pivoted from the operating room to the startup world and founded Towlos, a peer-to-peer trailer rental platform that makes adventure and mobility more accessible. He explains how COVID-19, a passion for sports cars, and the challenge of finding the right trailer sparked the idea for a business that now operates nationwide. Dr. Jones draws parallels between surgery and entrepreneurship. Attention to detail, performing under pressure, and leading teams with precision and trust show how grit, creativity, and smart risk-taking can transform burnout into breakthrough ideas. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/frustration-inspires
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this episode, I continue the story of our investment club, tracing its path from seven hospital-affiliated founders in 1993 to a 12-member group today, and sharing the practical choices that built the portfolio: $100 monthly contributions, the first purchase of Stryker, use of accounting software and My iClub, and disciplined stock selection with SSGs and Value Line. I explain how we balance diversification (about 20 stocks, with larger early positions in Apple, Google, and Microsoft), why we avoid frequent selling, and the buy-rules we use (double-digit revenue/earnings growth plus favorable P/E signals). You'll also hear real numbers, recent 1-year and multi-year performance comparisons, lifetime annualized returns that outpaced the total market by roughly two percentage points, and how withdrawals (including my $25k and later $100k) affected personal balances, plus practical guidance on portfolio sizing, member contributions, and why the hands-on learning and friendships make the club worthwhile. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/stock-market-investing-today/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this episode, I share insights from 32 years as a member of an investment club: how a small group with modest monthly contributions turned shared learning into growing financial asset. I walk through how the club was formed, why structure and consistency matter, and how education became just as valuable as the returns themselves. From defining roles and ownership to managing taxes and using tools like BetterInvesting's Stock Selection Guide and Value Line reports, this episode is a practical look at what makes an investment club thrive. It's about community, discipline, and how learning together can build wealth. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/boost-your-stock-market-investing/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== James Hilovsky explains how physicians can use franchises to diversify income or transition out of clinical practice. After 25 years in the restaurant industry, from Del Taco to Pieology, he shifted to franchise consulting to help others avoid the mistakes he had witnessed others make. He covers why franchises provide systems, support, and franchisee networks that make them safer than starting from scratch, plus specific industries that appeal to healthcare professionals: IV drip therapy, senior care, medical billing, and home-based options. He works with 600 franchises across all industries, helps with budget planning and territory selection, and offers services at no cost to clients. Typical timeframes range from 60 days for home-based franchises to a year for larger builds. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/invest-in-a-franchise/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Saurubh Gupta shares how he built an AI startup alongside his full-time role as chief of cardiology and professor of medicine at an academic center. What began with building a ventilator company during COVID evolved into CorMetrix, a platform that solves medical data problems through artificial intelligence. He explains how the Verix software helps attorneys and expert witnesses analyze thousands of pages of medical records through conversational queries rather than keyword searches, why physician founders understand healthcare problems better than technical founders, and practical advice for doctors interested in AI or startups, including why mentorship matters more than MBAs and how to be honest about skill gaps. Listeners get free yearly subscriptions to try the software. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/powerful-ai/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Heather Signorelli shares her rapid progression from pathology training to healthcare executive leadership and entrepreneurship. After completing her residency and fellowship, she moved directly into hospital administration, eventually overseeing nearly 200 hospital laboratories across a major healthcare system. She explains how managing quality metrics, regulatory readiness, and clinical stewardship during COVID positioned her for executive growth. Yet after several years, she sought the creativity and challenge of solving new problems, which led her to co-found NatRevMD with her husband. She outlines the billing challenges that strain private practices, eligibility checks, denial management, and financial metrics, and emphasizes that while the early years of a business are demanding, effective delegation and the right hires make growth sustainable. She also draws from the NatRevMD podcast and her book, "Thrive," to offer practical advice for physicians evaluating billing services, including the key accounts receivable metric that signals when a change is needed. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/executive-entrepreneur/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== This podcast is sponsored by the Physician Executive MBA Program at the University of Tennessee Knoxville's Haslam College of Business. Thinking about a nonclinical career path? In just one year, our physician-only MBA gives you the business and leadership skills to pivot, whether into administration, consulting, entrepreneurship, or beyond. Join a nationwide network of over 1,000 physician leaders. Learn more at nonclincicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.                                                          =============== Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Suzanne Rutherford co-founded The Fit Physician, a coaching program that helps women physicians build strength and health through evidence-based nutrition and resistance training. After graduating medical school while pregnant and creating Australia's first job-share internship, she built a career spanning family practice, emergency medicine, and hospice care. Her own health struggles during training inspired her to create fitness plans tailored to the unpredictable schedules of physicians. What began as a small Facebook group eight years ago is now a six-month program serving hundreds of women physicians. Dr. Rutherford shares practical strategies for building sustainable fitness routines, designing workouts that fit call rooms or home gyms, and pairing them with nutrition coaching to support long-term health. She also talks about her work as a locum hospice physician across Canada, the realities of interprovincial licensing, and advice for those looking to create wellness-focused businesses. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/reclaim-your-energy/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Chrissie Ott shares her path from a traditional med-peds practice to becoming a physician coach and wellness leader. After years in primary care and launching a solo micropractice in 2008, she discovered her calling: helping physicians end unnecessary suffering through coaching and personal growth. She recalls leading wellness initiatives that provided coaching to 300 clinicians over 15 months, resulting in dramatic improvements in their physical health, professional development, and relationships. Central to her approach is the concept of "solving for joy", finding meaning, alignment, and delight rather than chasing mere happiness. Dr. Chrissie talks about balancing pediatric complex care, running her private coaching practice, and hosting the annual Physician Coaching Summit. She offers practical tips for physicians who want to explore coaching, from certification pathways to building a supportive professional community. She also highlights her Solving for Joy podcast and shares a powerful writing exercise to help listeners break cycles of rumination and examine the beliefs driving their most persistent thoughts. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/pursue-joy/ 
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this solo episode, I trace how educational resources for physicians seeking career diversification and income alternatives have evolved. When I launched the podcast eight years ago, few training options existed for doctors exploring nonclinical paths or side hustles. I share my own journey from medical director roles to CMO positions to urgent care investment and highlight how today's landscape is filled with high-quality programs led by physicians who've made similar transitions. I review specific options that have proven helpful to my listeners, including Dr. Heather Fork's résumé and LinkedIn courses, Dr. Gretchen Green's Expert Witness Startup School, real estate investing programs, and the RAL Room Mastermind for residential assisted living. I also discuss my $100,000 investment in a real estate syndication that originated through one of these programs. This episode covers program highlights, costs, enrollment periods, and my affiliate relationships, providing physicians with clear next steps to diversify income and reduce dependence on traditional practice. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/best-courses-and-memberships/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Lara Salyer describes how functional medicine saved her medical career when traditional family practice pushed her toward complete burnout. Managing 1,900 patients in a corporate system left her feeling like she was "flipping patients like burgers every 10 minutes" despite her love for rural medicine and helping patients heal. This classic 2019 interview reveals how Dr. Salyer built a cash-based micropractice after giving her employer eight months' notice and fighting through non-compete challenges. Her membership model allows 60-75 minute patient visits focused on root cause treatment, using specialized testing and natural interventions that aren't available in conventional settings. Beyond her clinical transformation, Dr. Salyer discovered an unexpected calling as a creativity advocate for physicians. Her "Right Brain Rescue" program teaches medical professionals to tap into flow states and innovative thinking, leading to speaking engagements at residency programs and medical conferences where she promotes the restoration of joy and innovation in medical practice. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/functional-and-family-medicine/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. David Townsend shares his journey from a traditional internal medicine practice to Direct Primary Care four years ago, explaining how corporate buyouts and productivity pressures drove him to make the change. After experiencing multiple ownership transitions from independent practice to hospital employment to corporate acquisition, he and his partner decided to leave stable salaries and start their own DPC practice. Dr. Townsend describes the dramatic difference between seeing 25 patients daily in his previous role versus 8-10 patients now, with panel sizes dropping from 2,500 to 500 patients each. He covers practical startup details, including working with Atlas MD for business guidance, navigating non-compete clauses, purchasing their own building, and reaching full capacity in just five months despite typically requiring 2-3 years for new DPC practices. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/peaceful-dpc/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this solo episode, I warn residents, fellows, and early career physicians about career-destroying landmines that could derail their medical careers. Drawing from real case studies and firsthand accounts, I explain how seemingly routine situations can escalate into devastating professional disasters that force physicians out of practice entirely. I cover critical topics including the National Practitioner Data Bank, sham peer review processes, restrictive employment contracts, and FPPE/OPPE evaluations. I share stories of physicians who lost hospital privileges overnight, were blocked from practicing due to non-compete clauses, and faced career-ending allegations with inadequate due process protection. I emphasize the importance of understanding medical staff bylaws, hiring experienced healthcare attorneys for contract review, and taking any workplace allegations seriously from day one. I provide practical advice on protecting yourself during peer review processes and recognizing when standard procedures are being weaponized against you. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/avoid-these-disasters/  
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== After 32 years in internal medicine practice, Dr. Anne Hirsch made a purposeful transition from clinical care to physician coaching, discovering new ways to help healthcare professionals thrive. Rather than leaving medicine due to burnout, she chose to step away at the peak of her career to pursue a different kind of healing, helping physicians overcome the struggles that threaten their professional satisfaction and personal well-being. Dr. Hirsch brings unique insights from her dual role as a practicing internist and chair of her hospital's peer review committee, where she witnessed firsthand how communication breakdowns and behavioral issues can derail medical careers. Now certified as a physician coach, she specializes in helping doctors navigate burnout, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and the communication challenges that often lead to peer review situations. Dr. Hirsch shares practical strategies for achieving work-life harmony, the critical importance of communication skills in preventing patient safety issues, and how physicians can rediscover meaning in their careers. She also discusses her additional role as medical director for "Healthy Practices," showing how retired physicians can leverage their expertise in new ways while maintaining professional fulfillment. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/work-life-harmony/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Paul Thomas shares his journey from residency directly into Direct Primary Care, demonstrating how physicians can build fulfilling practices without insurance bureaucracy. As the author of two DPC books and founder of Plum Health, which has grown from house calls to five clinic locations, Dr. Thomas offers practical insights into creating a sustainable alternative to traditional medicine. In this episode, Dr. Thomas explains how DPC works: monthly memberships, unlimited access to physicians, and dramatic savings on labs, medications, and imaging. He discusses his expansion from a solo practice to serving employer groups and school districts, saving one consortium $1.2 million while improving patient satisfaction scores. Dr. Thomas covers the business fundamentals of DPC, including patient panel sizes (typically 400-500 patients per physician), partnership structures, and growth strategies. His story demonstrates how physicians can escape the assembly-line medicine model while building profitable practices that prioritize patient relationships and clinical excellence over volume-driven care. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/embrace-direct-primary-care/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Jarret Patton shares his incredible journey from the peak of his medical career to devastating job loss and ultimate transformation into a successful coach and author. As president of the medical staff at an eight-hospital system, Dr. Patton seemed to have reached the pinnacle of physician leadership when a false accusation turned his world upside down. In this classic episode from 2019, Dr. Patton describes how he lost his medical license, job, and reputation overnight due to an unfounded criminal allegation. After nearly two years of legal battles and eventual exoneration, he chose not to return to clinical practice but instead channeled his experience into helping other physicians navigate similar crises. Dr. Patton discusses the harsh realities of administrative law for physicians, where guilt is presumed until innocence is proven, and how proper support systems are crucial for survival. His story demonstrates how devastating career setbacks can become opportunities for reinvention and meaningful work, helping others through their darkest professional moments. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/scary-job-loss/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== Dr. Helen Rhodes returns to the podcast six years after her first appearance, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a new book that chronicles her journey from academic medicine to creating multiple successful income streams. As a gynecologist who has navigated everything from plasmapheresis medical direction to expert witness work, she offers a unique perspective on physician career diversification. In this episode, Dr. Rhodes shares how she transformed her practice by dropping insurance contracts and transitioning to a direct-pay model, while maintaining diverse side gigs, including locum tenens work at rural hospitals and expert witness consulting. She also discusses her recent certification as a menopause practitioner and how this specialization has driven new patient growth. Her new book, "The Power to Pivot: A Physician's Journey to Career Fulfillment," serves as both a memoir and a practical guide for physicians seeking greater professional satisfaction. Whether you're considering alternative practice models or exploring nonclinical opportunities, Dr. Rhodes' story demonstrates that with creativity and persistence, physicians can build fulfilling careers that align with their values and lifestyle goals. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/guide-to-career-fulfillment/
If you're a physician with at least 5 years of experience looking for a flexible, non-clinical, part-time medical-legal consulting role… ...Dr. Armin Feldman's Medical Legal Coaching program will guarantee to add $100K in additional income within 12 months without doing any expert witness work. Any doctor in any specialty can do this work. And if you don't reach that number, he'll work with you for free until you do, guaranteed. How can he make such a bold claim? It's simple, he gets results…  Dr. David exceeded his clinical income without sacrificing time in his full-time position. Dr. Anke retired from her practice while generating the same monthly consulting income.  And Dr. Elliott added meaningful consulting work without lowering his clinical income or job satisfaction. So, if you're a physician with 5+ years of experience and you want to find out exactly how to add $100K in additional consulting income in just 12 months, go to arminfeldman.com.                                                          =============== Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba. Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== In this continuation with Dr. Alex Schloe, John explores the next steps for physicians ready to act on the potential of residential assisted living. Building on the Episode 412 discussion of why this model works, they now focus on how to structure investments, minimize risk, and find trustworthy partners to manage day-to-day operations. Dr. Schloe explains how physicians can stay passive by separating ownership from operations, using legal tools like LLCs and insurance to protect their assets. He also shares how his company, OpenRange Capital, helps physicians invest in these developments without being hands-on. They wrap up with a look inside The RAL Room, a training and support community designed to help new investors build confidence, competence, and connections in this space. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/investment-for-todays-physicians/
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Jordan Roberts

I've been listening since the beginning; this is a great resource for any healthcare professional seeking a non clinical career. 5/5 stars

Oct 28th
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Leah Fuller

Residencies are applicable to pharmacists. Though they are not required, many pharmacists have completed PGY1s, PGY2s, fellowships, etc...

Jun 20th
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