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October 30, 2025

The Case for GSI Disability Insurance, Even if you’re Perfectly Healthy

GSI isn’t a backup plan. It’s often the best first choice for residents and fellows.

August 11, 2025

Why Disability Insurance Is a Must-Have for Doctors—Even If You Never Use It

You’ve done everything right so far. Years of school. Residency. Long hours. Maybe even a sub-specialty. All to build the kind of life and career

July 16, 2025

7 Financial Habits of Highly Successful Physicians

I love the idea that not sucking at money is a superpower. My superpowers are my financial habits. It makes me feel like I’m some sort

June 27, 2025

I Designed a DIY Financial Literacy Curriculum for Physicians

Every time that I give a talk to other doctors about the importance of financial well-being, I inevitably receive the same question afterwards. How do

June 13, 2025

12 Answers to “Why Is Retirement Planning Important for All Physicians?”

Personal finance is a significant component of overall personal well-being. However, it is almost universally overlooked by physicians in general, including plastic surgeons like me.

May 28, 2025

Why Every Doctor Needs Disability Insurance and How to Get the Right Kind

As a physician, you’ve dedicated years to your education and training, building a career that provides financial security for yourself and your family. But what

May 14, 2025

A Disability Insurance Do-Over?: Case Studies and A Word of Caution

Disability insurance is something that all doctors who have not yet reached financial freedom absolutely need. Your ability to generate a high income is your

April 30, 2025

The Silent Threat to Wealth: How Disability Insurance Protects Your Most Valuable Asset

We’ve spent years in medical school, endured grueling residency hours, and finally achieved the financial stability that comes with being an attending physician. With our

February 12, 2025

The 10 Commandments of Physician FIRE

I truly believe that achieving financial freedom should be a goal for all physicians. This sounds somewhat self-evident. But I would estimate that the majority

January 21, 2025

Finance Flash Go! Episode #61: Single Premium Immediate Annuities

Today on the Finance Flash Go! podcast, we’re going to talk more about annuities and a particular variety of annuity called single premium immediate annuities!