Tag Archives: Net Worth

The Plumber and the Plastic Surgeon

A cautionary tale, or mathematical parable? I recently experienced an inexcusable judgmental moment, one that could be a learning opportunity for all of us, unless you’re not as ignorant as I was. As you’ve probably guessed, it all started with a toilet problem. The details do not beg elaboration. I hired a plumber to install a new 1.8 gpf porcelain throne. Sometimes I …

Is Net Zero in Residency Possible?

Is a positive net worth as a resident possible? Absolutely. Are people doing it? According to statistics, obviously not. One of the most audacious goals here at Millennial in Medicine is to finish residency with a positive net worth. It’s possible.  And I’m not the only one who thinks so. So many of our decisions in healthcare, from which specialty …