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Money Matters: Financial Basics Trainees Wish They'd Known
Surgeons train for a decade in how to operate and almost never in how to manage money. A few simple habits, started early, matter more than any later windfall.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
finance / career
Understanding the Business of a Surgical Practice
Surgeons are rarely taught the business side of practice. A general introduction to how surgical practices run and earn their keep.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
business / practice management
Private Practice 101: The Business of Orthopaedics
From billing codes to office leases. A comprehensive guide to the business side of medicine that residency never taught you.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
private-practice / business
Financial Wellness for Residents: A Blueprint for Wealth Building
Compound interest is either your best friend or your worst enemy. A comprehensive guide to managing student loans, avoiding lifestyle creep, and building a seven-figure portfolio on a resident's salary.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
finance / investing
Life After Orthopaedics: Preparing for the Final Act
Retirement is the biggest operation of your life. A guide to navigating the financial, psychological, and social transition from 'The Surgeon' to 'The Civilian'.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
retirement / career-end
Protecting Your Income: Insurance Basics for Surgeons
A surgeon's earning power is their biggest asset — and it needs protecting. A general guide to income protection and insurance for surgeons.
OrthoVellum Editorial Team
income protection / insurance
Negotiating Your First Consultant Contract
RVUs, block time, and non-competes. A strategic guide to asking for what you're worth before signing on the dotted line.
Orthovellum Team
job / contract
The Surgeon Entrepreneur: Setting Up Private Practice
A comprehensive guide to the business of orthopaedics. From legal structures and billing software to marketing and building a referral network.
Orthovellum Team
business / marketing