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How medical missions and locum tenens made me a better doctor

Dr. Rip Patel shares how his experiences working with fewer resources abroad and at home have helped him find better balance as a doctor.

Why doctors choose locum tenens, and why they recommend it

Feeling burned out and lacking work/life balance, these three found locums to be their solution. They fell in love with medicine again and share why they choose locum tenens.

How to have a successful locum tenens assignment

Here’s how to have a successful locum tenens assignment, with insights from five physicians who have pursued these opportunities themselves.

9 rural locations that desperately need locum tenens physicians

Locum tenens are in high demand, but some areas are harder hit by the physician shortage. Here are 9 rural locations in need of locum tenens.

Quitting medicine is NOT the answer 

Emergency medicine physician Dr. Ripal Patel gives his advice on how to deal with pressures of being a doctor without quitting medicine.

Locum tenens 101 for physicians: A newcomer’s guide

Learn how locum tenens works for physicians — where to begin, what questions to ask, and what to expect when you accept an assignment.

Need flexibility and schedule control? This doctor found it.

With a large family at home and the desire for control over his schedule, Dr. Derrick Barnes was able to find flexible career options for him with locum tenens.

A guide to working locum tenens with a family

Locum tenens work offers schedule flexibility for more family time and new experiences. Learn how to make locum tenens with a family work for you.

Working locum tenens in semi-retirement

Dr. Marye McCroskey shares her story of rediscovering her love of medicine — while working locum tenens in semiretirement.

3 ways physicians use locum tenens for career transitions

If you’re thinking it’s time to make a career move, you may want to consider locum tenens as a way to bridge the gap.

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