Physician NonClinical Careers with John Jurica

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/

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 week's episode, Dr. Alex Schloe, a family medicine physician transitioning out of the U.S. Air Force, shares how he's building wealth through residential assisted living, an emerging real estate model well-suited for physicians looking to diversify their income. Dr. Schloe's journey began during residency, when he purchased his first investment property with a physician loan and just $58 out of pocket. That early experience showed how house hacking and strategic real estate investing can be accessible even during medical training. He explains how residential assisted living differs from traditional large-scale facilities, offering personalized care in smaller, home-like settings with far better caregiver-to-resident ratios. These homes not only improve care quality and outcomes, but they also cost less than institutional care. We also explore the strong investment potential behind this model, from the massive care gap created by the aging baby boomer population to the various ownership options physicians can pursue, whether running their facility or investing passively. With their medical background and income potential, physicians are uniquely positioned to identify quality care and participate in a real estate opportunity that's both profitable and socially meaningful. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/best-real-estate/

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. Debra Blaine is back on the podcast to talk about how she's helping clients overcome self-doubt, perfectionism, and burnout using a mindset approach called Positive Intelligence. After 33 years in medicine, she shifted into coaching and writing, publishing ten books across genres from medical thrillers to cat care, including her recent bestseller Whiskers in the Wild, which she wrote and published in just three months. She explains how Positive Intelligence, developed by Shirzad Chamine, helps people recognize and quiet the mental saboteurs that hold them back, while building up strengths like creativity, empathy, and focus. Whether it's physicians thinking about a career change or writers struggling to finish a book, Dr. Blaine shares how a few minutes a day of mental fitness can lead to big, lasting change. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/breakthrough-in-effective-coaching/

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 episode, Dr. J. Jordan Romano shares how he built a successful expert witness consulting career alongside his work as an internal medicine hospitalist at Harvard and Massachusetts General Hospital. What began with a colleague's request turned into a decade-long path that now allows him to apply his clinical expertise in legal settings while maintaining a full-time medical role. He explains how to get started in the field, including building connections, meeting qualification standards, and understanding that most cases are resolved before trial, making this a realistic way to expand both income and career opportunities. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/why-become-an-expert-witness/

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. Chiagozie Fawole, a pediatric anesthesiologist and entrepreneur, joins John to share her shift from real estate investing to business acquisition as a strategy for building wealth and achieving financial independence beyond clinical work. She began exploring real estate during residency, progressing from house flips to multifamily rentals and luxury short-term stays, developing skills in deal analysis, financing, and management. After facing cash flow challenges and capital demands in real estate, she pivoted to business acquisition, learning how to buy profitable companies with minimal upfront costs. She explains how acquiring existing businesses provides immediate income, operational systems, and customers, with less risk than starting from scratch. Dr. Fawole now teaches other physicians how to do the same through her website, savvydocevents.com, and discusses her upcoming Catalyst Business Acquisition Bootcamp. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/business-ownership-is-better/

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. Meredith Loveless, an OB-GYN physician, shares her career shift from academic medicine to becoming Chief Medical Officer for CGS Administrators, a Medicare Administrative Contractor. After helping establish pediatric and adolescent gynecology programs at Johns Hopkins and the University of Louisville, she found herself carrying an unsustainable workload when her department shrank from five physicians to two—prompting her to explore non-clinical paths where she could apply her experience in medical writing and policy. She describes the world of Medicare administration, where Contract Medical Directors are responsible for creating Local Coverage Determinations—policies that guide what treatments and services Medicare will cover based on medical evidence. With the introduction of the 21st Century Cures Act, these policies now require greater transparency and rigor, opening the door for physicians with strong clinical and writing backgrounds to contribute meaningfully to federal healthcare decision-making. Dr. Loveless also outlines what the role involves day-to-day, including frequent travel, collaboration with subject matter experts, and the long timelines often needed to develop and implement coverage policies. She offers a grounded look at Medicare administration, challenging misconceptions while showing how physicians can move into policy work that influences care access and quality for millions of people—bringing clinical expertise into one of healthcare's most impactful arenas. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/chief-medical-officer-for-a-mac/

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 of the conversation with Dr. Josh Umbehr, the focus shifts to how his 15 years in membership-based care have led to innovations beyond the traditional Direct Primary Care model. He shares how the success of his practice inspired the creation of Atlas MD's electronic medical record system, designed specifically for direct care practices. Unlike traditional systems overloaded with insurance-driven features, this EMR streamlines clinical work by removing unnecessary administrative functions. He also introduces his latest venture, Not Health Insurance, a fixed indemnity plan designed to complement DPC by covering major medical costs like hospitalizations, cancer treatment, and emergency procedures. Unlike ACA plans, this model returns money directly to patients and takes advantage of significant uninsured discounts from hospitals that often go unnoticed. By removing insurance barriers from routine care while still providing support for serious medical needs, this approach creates a more efficient and accessible healthcare experience. It also addresses common concerns about physician access and system sustainability, offering a model that prioritizes both patient outcomes and professional satisfaction. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/thrive-with-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. Josh Umbehr shares his 15-year journey building one of the earliest and most influential Direct Primary Care (DPC) practices, launched in 2010 after seeing firsthand how insurance-based medicine complicates care. While working as a biller and coder during his pre-med years, he saw how much time and money was lost to bureaucracy. Inspired by his father's straightforward trash collection business—"pay once a month, pick up once a week"—he applied the same logic to healthcare: simple, transparent, and direct. His model strips away insurance entirely, offering wholesale medications, low-cost labs, and unlimited access via calls, texts, and in-person visits—all without billing headaches. By eliminating the administrative layers that bog down traditional practice, Dr. Umbehr created a system that puts the focus back where it belongs: on the patient. The result is a more sustainable way to practice medicine that helps prevent physician burnout by allowing doctors to spend time-solving problems, not just documenting them for insurance. His practice has since expanded with partners and new locations, and he's developed tools like custom EMRs and consulting services to help others make the shift. At its core, his philosophy is simple: basic healthcare should be affordable. It is so affordable, that it's "too cheap to insure" without compromising quality. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/switch-to-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. =============== Jonathan Jaffin, MD, is a trauma surgeon who earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins and completed his general surgery residency through the National Capital Consortium, followed by a fellowship in surgical critical care at MedStar Georgetown. He dedicated over 30 years to the U.S. Army, taking on key leadership roles including Deputy Commander and Acting Commander of the Army Medical Research and Materiel Command, as well as CEO of the Walter Reed Health Care System. After retiring from military service, he transitioned into consulting as a Specialist Executive at Deloitte, one of the world's leading advisory firms—a unique path for a physician. Dr. Jaffin discusses how the leadership experience he gained in the military helped him succeed in consulting, where he provided strategic guidance to healthcare systems such as the VA and the Department of Defense. He talks candidly about the realities of life in consulting—frequent travel, the value of clinical experience in building client trust, and the importance of clear communication. He also emphasizes that while an MBA can be helpful, it's not essential if a physician has already built a strong foundation in leadership and professional relationships. He also shares practical advice for physicians considering consulting careers, such as taking on leadership roles, developing a strong network, and building credibility in a specific area of expertise. For those thinking about leaving clinical practice, he offers a reassuring perspective: it's still possible to make a meaningful impact by improving healthcare systems and policies that affect thousands of patients—not just one at a time. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/first-class-consulting/