Money Meets Medicine

Doctor Podcast Network, Jimmy Turner MD
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On Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner discusses all things career and finance for physicians. With expert guest discussions, Jimmy tackles the personal finance topics you wish you had learned in medical school. The MMM podcast will help you tackle your student loans, achieve financial independence, invest for retirement, and decrease your financial stress and burnout. To get help with free educational content or obtaining own-occupation disability insurance from a source you know you can trust, visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Background: Dr. Turner is a practicing anesthesiologist at Wake Forest, author of The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance, and Co-Founder of Money Meets Medicine Disability Insurance. For more information, visit moneymeetsmedicine.com

  1. 2D AGO

    Why Physicians Can Save Less and Still Retire Early (Update on The 4% Rule)

    What if you're saving more than you need to — and burning out in the process? In this episode, Jimmy shares how sitting down and doing the math changed his entire career trajectory, going from 1.3 FTE and antidepressants to part-time at 40 with a $2.1M net worth. Jimmy and Justin break down new research from Bill Bengen on safe withdrawal rates (spoiler: it may be higher than 4%), how to figure out what you actually need to retire, and why your future expenses are probably lower than you think. Plus, Justin shares the advisor's perspective on conservative assumptions, spending flexibility, and the risk of becoming a miser. Whether you're a DIY investor or working with an advisor, this episode will help you figure out your real number — and what to do once you know it. Download the financial freedom calculator: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/FIRE Check out Medical Degree Financial University: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFU Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  Get it from a source you can trust: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Snag your copy here: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min

  2. MAR 4

    How Much Should You Be Paid as a Physician?

    In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," Dr. Jimmy Turner and physician contract attorney Michael Johnson break down physician compensation models, exploring the complexities beyond base salary and signing bonuses. They discuss work RVUs, volume expectations, bonus structures, and the impact of practice setting, geography, and payer mix on total compensation. The hosts share real-world examples, highlight common pitfalls in contract negotiations, and stress the importance of understanding data sources like MGMA. They also emphasize the critical need for disability insurance during training, offering practical advice for early-career physicians evaluating job offers. Get $100 off a physician contract review with Michael Johnson Legal: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/negotiate Check out Medical Degree Financial University: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFU Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  Get it from a source you can trust: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability  Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Snag your copy here: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    39 min

  3. FEB 25

    Why Doctors Save Too Much and Live Too Little

    Should physicians trade their time for money — or is that equation fundamentally broken? In this episode, we unpack why so many doctors save too much for too long, sacrificing their best years to build a nest egg they struggle to spend. Drawing from Vicki Robin's Your Money or Your Life, Morgan Housel's Psychology of Money, and Bill Perkins' Die With Zero, we explore a healthier framework for thinking about time, money, and financial independence as a physician. Jimmy also shares a major personal update — after nearly twenty years at Wake Forest, he's making a career change that trades income for autonomy. No more nights, weekends, or holidays, but it comes at a real financial cost. It's the perfect case study for everything we discuss in this episode. We break down the three stages of a doctor's financial life — from residency where you have neither time nor money, to mid-career where you finally have income but no time, to financial independence where you get both back. The problem? Most physicians get stuck in the middle stage far longer than they need to because of identity inertia, golden handcuffs, lifestyle lock-in, and the fear of earning less. If you've ever wondered whether you should work less, take the pay cut, or keep grinding toward a number — this one's for you. Don't forget to: Check out Medical Degree Financial University at moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFU Grab a free copy of The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance at moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook or  Get an own-occupation disability insurance quote from a source you can trust at moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min

  4. FEB 18

    Why the FIRE Movement Fails Physicians (And What to Do Instead)

    In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner explore the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement’s relevance for physicians. They discuss the psychological and practical challenges of pursuing FIRE, such as the importance of purpose beyond early retirement, the impact of extreme frugality on relationships, and the need to align financial goals with personal values. The hosts also highlight the critical role of disability insurance and stress viewing money as a tool for creating a meaningful, balanced life, rather than simply an escape from work. Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  Get it from a source you can trust: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability  Take one of our free personal finance classes at Medical Degree Financial University: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFU Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Snag your copy here: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min

  5. FEB 11

    Dumb Money Mistakes Smart Doctors Make

    In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss how physicians, despite their intelligence, can make grave financial mistakes. They explore the importance of early disability insurance acquisition, share personal anecdotes of financial blunders, and emphasize the necessity of modesty and continuous learning in personal finance. The hosts highlight biases such as complexity bias, authority bias, and myopic loss aversion, which frequently lead to poor investing decisions. They advocate for the importance of having a written investment plan and understanding personal finance basics to avoid blindly trusting financial advisors. The episode concludes with a discussion on the value of intellectual humility and vulnerability in making sound financial decisions. Want to see if your program has a GSI? Visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/list Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  To get it from a source you can trust? Visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability  Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    33 min

  6. FEB 4

    3 Career Paths Hidden Inside Every Physician Contract

    Dr. Jimmy Turner and Michael Johnson, a physician contract attorney, break down the main types of physician employment: classic academic roles, future business ownership in private practice, and perpetual employment. They discuss the financial and professional implications of each, emphasizing the importance of contract negotiation, student loan strategies (especially PSLF), and understanding practice ownership agreements. Real-life examples highlight risks, benefits, and ethical considerations, equipping physicians with practical advice to align employment choices with their financial goals, values, and desired work-life balance. The episode stresses the need for careful planning and ongoing financial education for medical professionals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min

  7. JAN 28

    If I Started All Over Again

    In this "Money Meets Medicine" episode, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the most impactful financial strategies for physicians, drawing on Jimmy’s decade of experience post-training. They highlight the importance of saving 30% of gross income early, leveraging compound interest, and prioritizing high-yield actions like mortgage refinancing. The hosts debunk common myths, such as the overemphasis on backdoor Roth IRAs and real estate investing, and advocate for intentional, personalized financial planning. They also explore creating non-clinical income streams, empowering physicians to achieve financial independence and greater work-life balance. Take one of the personal finance classes you wish you had in medical school through Medical Degree Financial University: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFU Get the financial freedom Calculator: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/FIRE Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  To get it from a source you can trust? Visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Visit  https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    35 min

  8. JAN 21

    Buying Too Much House? Derailing Doctor’s Finances

    In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey explore the financial and emotional complexities of home buying for physicians after training. They discuss the trade-offs between purchasing move-in-ready homes versus fixer-uppers, managing renovation costs, and understanding return on investment. The hosts emphasize the importance of aligning home-buying decisions with personal values, long-term financial planning, and cash flow realities. They share practical strategies for financing renovations and highlight that homeownership is as much about emotional well-being and lifestyle fit as it is about financial calculations. Check out Medical Degree Financial University: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/MDFU Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance.  Get it from a source you can trust: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability  Want a free copy of The Physician Philosopher’s Guide to Personal Finance?  Snag your copy here: https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/freebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    32 min
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On Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner discusses all things career and finance for physicians. With expert guest discussions, Jimmy tackles the personal finance topics you wish you had learned in medical school. The MMM podcast will help you tackle your student loans, achieve financial independence, invest for retirement, and decrease your financial stress and burnout. To get help with free educational content or obtaining own-occupation disability insurance from a source you know you can trust, visit https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability Background: Dr. Turner is a practicing anesthesiologist at Wake Forest, author of The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance, and Co-Founder of Money Meets Medicine Disability Insurance. For more information, visit moneymeetsmedicine.com

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  • Creator
    Doctor Podcast Network, Jimmy Turner MD
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    153
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 - 2026 The Physician Philosopher LLC
  • Show Website
    Money Meets Medicine

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