BookParisa M. Garrett, Kahyun Yoon-Flannery, editors.
Summary: This book provides a comprehensive review of what comes after the completion of a pediatrics residency. Chapters review several areas of fellowships and how to navigate through the application process, provide a guide for finding a job and negotiating through your first position, and also discuss other difficult topics such as how to deal with malpractice lawsuits. The book is comprised of six parts. Part 1 explains pediatric fellowships, including how to apply, prepare, and choose your ideal fellowship. Part 2 describes what to expect on your first job search and what to consider when choosing a career path. Part 3 and Part 4 aim to prepare readers for what happens after finding and starting a job in pediatrics, such as moving, setting up an office, supervising residents, and how to deal with difficult patients. Part 5 discusses long term goals and planning, which helps prepare readers for the long road ahead. This includes pursuing partnerships, additional degrees, and training. It also shares knowledge on how to manage medical school debt, retirement planning, switching jobs, and much more. Finally, Part 6 aims to help readers maintain their personal health and family life by setting boundaries, managing stress, and discussing ways to avoid burnout. Written by experts in the field, A Pediatrician's Path: What to Expect After a Pediatrics Residency is a valuable resource for pediatricians, residents and medical students interested in a career in pediatrics.
Contents:
Applying for Fellowship
Adolescent Medicine
Pediatric Critical Care
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
Pediatric Endocrinology
Pediatric Gastroenterology
Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Pediatric Palliative Care
Post Pediatric Portal Program Fellowship
Completion of Multiple Fellowships: finding a Job
Your First Job: Where to Look
Applications and Interviews
Contract Considerations: Preparation
Contract Considerations: Understanding the Contract
Choosing a Career in Academic Medicine
Choosing a Career as a Pediatric Hospitalist
Choosing a Career in Private Practice
Choosing a Career in Public Health
Choosing a Career in Pediatric Urgent Care
Choosing a Career in Direct Primary Care
Non-clinical Roles
Moving
Licenses, Credentials, and Privileges
Setting Up Your Office
Risk Management and Patient Safety
Mentorship
Patient Experience
Preparing for Your First Day
Daily Considerations
Electronic Health Records
Asking for Help
Impostor Syndrome
Supervising Residents
Balancing Resident Autonomy and Patient Safety
Working with Advanced Practice Providers
Research
Staff Considerations
Billing and Insurances
Pediatric Boards, Continuing Medical Education, and Maintenance of Certification
How to Deal with a Difficult Patient
Keeping up to Date is more than UpToDate
Pursuing Partnership in a Private Practice
Pursuing Additional Degrees and Training
Your 5 and 10 Year Plan
Disability Insurance 101
Life Insurance 101
Managing Your Medical School Debt
Retirement Planning
Switching Jobs
Your Side Hustle
Your Online Presence
Personal Health and Family Life
Setting Boundaries
Stress Management
Developing Interests Outside of Medicine and Avoiding Burnout.