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created on Apr 18, 5:10 PM by Douglas within Freelance MD Blog

Hello Alana, I think these are the information that you need regarding the writer's workshop: Course Fees All attendees: $995 Oral Book Pitches: $100 ...

created on Apr 13, 6:19 AM by Apple L. within Freelance MD Blog

These are the costs for the 2012 course: All attendees: $995 Oral Book Pitches: $100 (cannot be taken as separate offering) Writers’ Workshop: $125/night (cannot be taken as separate ...

created on Apr 13, 5:16 AM by Diane Radford MD within Freelance MD Blog

Thanks a lot Dr. Radford! Would you have an idea how much is the fee for this course? This is a great information! Thanks a lot for posting!

created on Apr 12, 6:52 AM by Alana Davis MD within Freelance MD Blog

I am working on a health startup where patients can bid on healthcare services from doctors, similar to ebay or priceline. wondering people's thoughts. thanks

created on Apr 8, 5:59 PM by Rodney Samaan within Nonclinical Medical Careers

Alana, There are no screening exams to attend the course. You can sign up for the 2.5 day course, plus optional evening writing workshops and advanced 3 hour workshops. ...

created on Apr 8, 5:19 PM by Diane Radford MD within Freelance MD Blog

Is there screening exams for this writing course? Or can I just sign up and attend the classes? Thanks a lot for posting this info:)

created on Apr 4, 9:16 AM by Alana Davis MD within Freelance MD Blog

Hi Paul i want to write a book the title maybe "confessions of a Botoxbabe".I have been dreaming of this book for about 7 years and this year i hope to ...

created on Apr 3, 7:16 PM by wendy demir within Freelance MD Blog

Love your book, it motivated me in many ways and even though I been pursuing my dreams I feel as if I have taken my goals to a whole new level. ...

created on Mar 24, 1:22 AM by Akeem Barnes within Freelance MD Blog

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created on Mar 15, 3:07 PM by Clark S within Freelance MD Blog

I cannot praise Julie and her Harvard CME publishing course enough. In choosing the faculty, she has put together a great variety of expertise in the publishing industry. For those thinking ...

created on Mar 8, 4:45 AM by Diane Radford MD within Freelance MD Blog

In total agreement, yet many physicians opt to add cash-based services that make little sense for their markets or they invest in service lines that may take years to achieve positive ...

created on Mar 5, 1:56 PM by Nina Grant within Freelance MD Blog

I think this thing wouldn't hurt if ever especially if a certain physician really needs to level up on his career. But if you think you're doing fine with your profession ...

created on Feb 29, 6:34 AM by Greg P. within Physician Finances

I agree with you Dr. Koniver. Perhaps this whole 'concierge doctor' thing is just new to most people that they find it hard to accept it and be well adjust to ...

created on Feb 22, 6:54 AM by Greg P. within Physician Finances

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created on Feb 20, 9:14 AM by Dr. Smith within Freelance MD Blog

I feel for you Ferdinand. I have an aunt who died of the same illness two years ago. I know how it feels when a loved one is battling that kind ...

created on Feb 20, 6:24 AM by Alyscha within Freelance MD Blog

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created on Feb 19, 7:16 AM by Ferdinand within Freelance MD Blog

The Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Not Go to Medical School and the Single Reason You Should Don't go : 1. Because you want to learn how ...

created on Feb 16, 8:31 AM by Arlen Meyers, MD, MBA within Freelance MD Blog

I believe we need more physician executives leading organizations throughout our healthcare system. The main reason is physicians understand the clinical model due to their medical training, and can better relate ...

created on Feb 14, 8:25 AM by Gil Myers within Physician Finances

What do you think? Are professional coaches essential for us doctors?

created on Feb 14, 8:24 AM by Dr. Edward Collins within Physician Finances

I had been writing the first draft of my book “Understanding the High-Functioning Alcoholic: Professional Views and Personal Insights” for several years. As I neared the end of this writing process, ...

created on Feb 10, 3:19 PM by Sarah Allen Benton within Freelance MD Blog

Are you going to write a book "some day"? Stop mulling over it, and START WRITING! For years I had an entire book outline in the back of brain, and kept ...

created on Feb 7, 3:38 PM by Jill Grimes, MD within Freelance MD Blog

I run a direct pay practice.....I don't call it concierge as I think that is the wrong connotation. The key for myself and my patients is that we are both getting ...

created on Feb 7, 6:31 AM by Craig Koniver, MD within Physician Finances

My husband and I opened a practice together 5 years ago and converted it to a concierge practice this past fall. Every financial investment we make, including joining or rejoining the ...

created on Feb 6, 1:46 PM by Gwenne Norcross within Freelance MD Blog

I personally think that resident doctors should take the time to learn on their own, but we should also try and give them some reputable resources. Teaching these doctors about financial ...

created on Feb 3, 8:33 AM by Lincoln B. within Physician Finances

Betty, When you get referred to other doctors, are they also concierge doctors or do you need to use insurance to pay for them? Are your blood work costs ...

created on Jan 30, 8:38 AM by Ken Szwak within Physician Finances

This makes no sense. As a patient in a concierge practice I can still see any doctor I want, and my insurance will cover it. My MD makes referrals to other ...

created on Jan 30, 8:01 AM by Betty Miles within Physician Finances

I know this isn't the political board but even as a Rebublican I don't agree with concierge practices. Probably because I doctor I know has one but also has a car ...

created on Jan 30, 7:59 AM by Anonymous within Physician Finances

To Dr, Florence: I don't think your residency has the responsibility to teach you personal finance. The financial aspect of running a practice, coding, and billing, yes, but personal finance and ...

created on Jan 30, 7:54 AM by Alana Davis MD within Physician Finances

Another important key is to avoid insurance agents who masquerade as advisors. The number of docs who have been suckered into insurance as an investment is amazing.

created on Jan 29, 6:38 AM by Rex within Physician Finances

I have enjoyed the Publishing course immensely. I can recommend it highly. Thanks, Julie, for helping us all on the journey down the field.

created on Jan 24, 9:34 PM by Diane Radford MD within Freelance MD Blog

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created on Jan 24, 4:57 PM by Zubin Damania MD (ZDoggMD) within Freelance MD Blog

I'm seeing some misinformation regarding this concept. First, while I don't doubt there are current students/interns/residents who have seen Royal Pains and want to emulate this, the reality is ...

created on Jan 23, 11:36 AM by Ken Szwak within Physician Finances

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created on Jan 20, 10:24 AM by Arlen Meyers, MD, MBA within Nonclinical Medical Careers

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created on Jan 20, 10:06 AM by Sade S within Nonclinical Medical Careers

Granted, the initial thrust of the concierge movement was aimed at rich populations. There are, however, models to pursue a concierge (or direct patient pay) practice that is highly beneficial to ...

created on Jan 19, 12:31 PM by Jeremy Weaver within Physician Finances

I have several chiropractor friends, and they do get training in business practices and get quite a bit of financial education. Though, I agree with that there is a lot to ...

created on Jan 17, 6:17 AM by Alana Davis MD within Physician Finances

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created on Jan 13, 3:52 PM by John S. within Physician Finances

I wish my residency have taught me about managing finances--whether income or investing on some stocks or running my own business. These things were discouraged during my training. I knew less ...

created on Jan 13, 8:13 AM by Florence C. within Physician Finances

My doctor is changing to concierge service as of Jan 1. I can't fathom paying her $2,100. for one super duper exam, so I've been looking for a new doctor. I ...

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created on Jan 13, 2:10 AM by Deepika within Freelance MD Blog

I would be an artist. I would just make everything that I saw an touched into a work of art. I would have time and resources to create this world of ...

created on Jan 12, 12:00 AM by Katherine D-B within Physician Finances

I could feel your passion for a world free of illnesses and pain, Mr. Joeran Lee. I myself would wish the same thing, too, if I didn't have to worry about ...

created on Jan 11, 4:05 AM by Adrianne L. within Physician Finances

I want to volunteer around the world, initiating local and global efforts towards a future of less violence. I would start to act and voice act and sing and play music, ...

created on Jan 9, 10:07 AM by Joeran Lee within Physician Finances

Let’s not beat around the bush or lie to ourselves people. This is health care for the rich, plain and simple. Doctors want a better, more flexible lifestyle with better compensation, ...

created on Jan 9, 8:13 AM by Steve J. within Physician Finances

this just seems like a new trend for the wealthy, but since +40% of the salary is going out the window for today’s physicians, i surely cannot blame them for trying ...

created on Jan 9, 8:12 AM by Fred Crook within Physician Finances

Did you residency experience teach you a thing or two about managing your finances as a physician and what it will take in order to securely retire? I would love to ...

created on Jan 9, 4:32 AM by Alana Jones, MD within Physician Finances

What would be your ideal job if you didn't have to worry about money? Would you like to have more responsibility or less? How far would you go for a promotion? ...

created on Jan 6, 9:34 AM by Ala H. within Physician Finances

Financial concerns for physicians are not new. Example: I have been studying the works of the American writer John O'Hara, 1905-1970, for the past few months. His father was a very ...

created on Jan 6, 9:31 AM by Kevin H. within Physician Finances