Physician NonClinical Careers with John Jurica

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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In our 400th episode, we're marking a milestone by diving into something deeply personal and highly practical—what it's like to build, grow, and sell a senior care business. I've had the unique experience of serving as an informal consultant, advisor, and broker to my wife, Kay, as she launched and ultimately sold her own successful in-home senior care franchise.

Whether you're a physician looking for a new income stream, a career pivot, or even a nonclinical business opportunity outside of medicine, this episode is packed with insights on how small business ownership can lead to significant financial growth, flexibility, and long-term wealth. I walk through real-world numbers, growth stages, challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, and why a franchise model may be the ideal entry point for healthcare professionals venturing into entrepreneurship. You'll also hear about the pros and cons of buying vs. building, funding options, and how to evaluate return on investment when purchasing a business.

If you've ever thought about starting a business, investing in one, or just escaping a high-stress clinical role, this episode is a powerful look at what's possible—and profitable. I discuss how my wife's business grew to generate substantial income with minimal time commitment, the advantages of the franchise model, including training and support, and how you could apply these same principles to Direct Primary Care practices for potentially greater autonomy and higher income than traditional employment.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/hidden-value/ 

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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In this classic episode from 2020, John interviews Laura Garnett, a performance strategist who transformed her own career crisis at Google into a framework for helping professionals discover what truly fulfills them. Laura shares her journey from dairy farm beginnings to corporate success and ultimately developing her "Zone of Genius" methodology after experiencing profound dissatisfaction despite achieving her career goals.

Laura distinguishes between fleeting passions and deeper purpose, explaining that professional satisfaction comes from identifying both your "genius" (intellectual challenge) and "purpose" (intrinsic motivation). She guides listeners through practical techniques for self-observation, documenting moments of peak engagement, and recognizing patterns in fulfilling work experiences that reveal their unique strengths.

For physicians feeling trapped or unfulfilled, Laura's approach offers a pathway to break free from conformity in medicine. Her books and performance trackers available on lauragarnett.com provide resources for self-guided discovery, reframing career development as a process of self-empowerment rather than following predetermined paths—a particularly valuable perspective for medical professionals accustomed to structured career progression.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/find-your-zone-of-genius/ 

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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Physicians facing career roadblocks due to National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) reports often feel trapped—but there are solutions. In this episode, John explores real-world strategies for overcoming the challenges posed by damaging databank reports. From understanding which employers and institutions have access to these records to identifying career paths where they hold little to no weight, he breaks down key insights that can help physicians regain control of their professional futures.

John discusses alternative work opportunities that bypass NPDB scrutiny, such as locum tenens, small independent clinics, telemedicine, and specialized practices like addiction medicine and medical marijuana clinics. Additionally, he explores entrepreneurial options, including cash-only direct primary care (DPC), concierge medicine, and aesthetic practices, where physicians can sidestep traditional employer-based credentialing barriers.

This episode provides actionable steps for navigating the challenges of an NPDB report and exploring career options with greater flexibility. Learn how to strategically position yourself in today’s job market and continue practicing medicine on your own terms. Tune in now to discover practical, real-world solutions for overcoming employment roadblocks.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/damaging-national-practitioner-databank-reports/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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In today’s episode, John shares a lesson from the Nonclinical Career Academy focusing on popular home-based careers that physicians can pursue. Many doctors seek flexibility and greater control over their schedules, and home-based work offers a unique opportunity to achieve both while leveraging their medical expertise.

John discusses several options, including chart reviews, medical writing, telemedicine, consulting, and coaching. He explains how these careers provide convenience, potential cost savings, and the ability to balance family or caregiving responsibilities. He also highlights important considerations such as flexibility, part-time opportunities, and the potential challenges of isolation or burnout.

Whether you’re exploring nonclinical paths or simply looking for ways to work from home, this episode provides valuable insights into how physicians can create fulfilling careers outside of traditional clinical practice.

You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/popular-home-based-careers/

Dr. Armin Feldman’s Pretrial Prelitigation Medical Legal Consulting Coaching Program will teach you to build your own nonclinical consulting business as a valued consultant to attorneys without doing med mal cases or expert witness work.

Armin will teach you everything from business concepts to the medicine involved when launching your new consulting business during one year of unlimited coaching.

For more information go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/mlconsulting/

Learn the business and management skills you need by enrolling in the University of Tennessee Physician Executive MBA program at nonclinicalphysicians.com/physicianmba.

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                       

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You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/nonclinical-hospital-jobs/