On a chilly October day, endocrinologist Dr. Robert Cooper was waiting for the Chicago O’Hare airport shuttle to take him to the annual SEAK conference. He was going to be speaking to over 400 physicians eager to learn about nonclinical careers and side hustles. While waiting, he received a text from Gerson Lehrman Group (GLG). This… Read More
Is Your Personality Making A Career Change Harder?
December 12, 2018 by 2 Comments
If you’re trying to make a career change, such as transitioning to a non-clinical career, the last thing you want is to make the process harder. Oh my gosh, it’s already hard enough. Could it be that your personality might be getting in the way? Could it be that the typical physician personality actually makes… Read More
Make a “Do or Die” Commitment to Get Unstuck
November 6, 2018 by 19 Comments
The other morning, I woke up, got out of bed, and peeked out the back door. It was cold and rainy. My kitty, Remy, took a few steps onto the porch and ran back in. Our hot Texas summer had just skipped over fall and landed smack dab into winter. 40 degrees is not winter… Read More
Career Transition Posse – Update from Dr. Gabriel
August 14, 2018 by 12 Comments
Back in April, I introduced Dr. Gabriel, one of the intrepid members of the Career Transition Posse. In case you’re new to the blog, several physicians are sharing their transitions in real time, using pseudonyms. You can read Dr. Gabriel’s first post by clicking here. Four months later, Dr. Gabriel has found a new position…. Read More
Work From Home Opportunity!
June 12, 2018 by 6 Comments
Today, I am excited to share with you an interview with one of my former clients who successfully transitioned into the field of Utilization Management. It just so happens that when I was preparing this blog, the company informed me that they are actively recruiting more physicians! So if you like what you hear from… Read More
Heather Fork, MD, CPCC, is owner and founder of the Doctor’s Crossing. As a certified coach, she works with physicians who are seeking to renew and reinvigorate their careers and avoid burnout.