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Golden Opportunities

January 23, 2009

Physician retirees face unique challenges when looking for volunteer options, but their skills are needed.

The physician's guide to medical volunteering

January 23, 2009

Volunteering can improve lives near and far — especially your own.

Life Flight

January 21, 2009

Medical Economics joins a volunteer group's monthly mission to a clinic in rural Mexico.

News: New Florida med school awarding full scholarships to first class

November 7, 2008

Although it has yet to hold its first class, the University of Central Florida's College of Medicine is already among the most sought-after and selective medical schools in the country.

Viewpoint: Life's path can be envisioned as a double helix

September 19, 2008

Life can be envisioned as a double helix: a spiral stairway whose length we cannot know. Have you ever paid close attention to the stairs you climb?

Should these physicians join a union?

May 2, 2008

I'm one of several physicians employed by a hospital. None of us are supervisors. When we asked for a raise, the hospital cut off negotiations and threatened to fire us. Can we form a union to negotiate for better wages?

Look out for employment contract snags

February 1, 2008

Be careful, because the terms of this agreement can have a profound impact on your career.

You don't have to be perfect

February 1, 2008

Doctors are hard on themselves; give yourself a break.

Can a broken promise negate a noncompete?

January 18, 2008

My employer reneged on his promise to offer me a partnership after three years as an associate. Instead, he offered me a productivity bonus, and I accepted it. For the next four years I stayed with the practice, and now I want to find a new job. Am I still bound by the original noncompete agreement I signed when I joined the practice? It says I can't work in the area for two years after I leave.

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