PA the FI Way
140 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsBecoming a physician assistant (PA) is difficult. But becoming a PA on the way to financial independence (FI) shouldn’t be. Allow the PA the FI Way podcast to be your guide to becoming a physician assistant on the way to financial independence.
Unfortunately, even basic personal finance and budget concepts are rarely taught in high school, college or PA school. Then once PA students become certified physician assistants and begin their professional journey practicing medicine, they typically have a heap of student loans just waiting to be paid back. Let’s not only discuss how to prevent large student loan amounts, but also how to pay them back quickly. Let’s discuss how practicing PAs can learn to save and invest for their futures. PA the FI Way’s mission is to provide both future and current PAs alike strategies to not only become financially literate, but to also reach financial independence along the way. Think of it as personal finance for PAs with a financial independence twist. Financial independence provides the freedom to find balance in work and personal life.
FI is about creating the life you want to live, choosing when to retire (IF you want to retire early), choosing when to cut back on working, or choosing when to work on another passion in your life. The decision truly is yours, and I hope you decide to join me on the journey to becoming a PA the FI Way.
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087 | How to Set Financial Goals
September 30, 2022 06:00 - 13 minutes - 8.94 MBWhat are some of your current financial goals? Although "paying back debt" and "building wealth" may be a couple of your generic goals, these types of goals are hard to track and aim towards. Learn how to set better financial goals on your journey to financial independence. Resource mentioned: Check out Personal Capital to track your net worth while working towards your financial goals. Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee...
086 | Burnout, Boundaries, and Being Fulfilled with Tracy Bingaman, PA-C
September 23, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBTracy Bingaman, PA-C, and host of the Fulfilled as a Mom podcast joins me on the show to discuss burnout while working in medicine, setting boundaries, and being fulfilled in life! Tracy is an amazing PA who tries to help busy working moms find more time and money in their life. You don't want to miss this important conversation! Get Tracy's free 5 Keys to Financial Independence resource: https://tracybingaman.com/money Check out her website: tracybingaman.com Follow Tracy on I...
085 | The Impact of Financial Stress on Your Mental Health & Physical Health
September 16, 2022 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.11 MBYou know that financial stress like debt and a low net worth can cause stress and anxiety. But did you know that financial stress could also impact your physical health? Financial stress correlates with several chronic disease and even chronic pain. Take steps to begin your journey to financial independence today to live a healthier life! Articles: https://showme.missouri.edu/2021/carrying-unsecured-debt-throughout-life-tied-to-poorer-physical-health-mu-study-finds/ https://w...
084 | Experiencing Burnout and Fatigue? Get These 7 Types of Rest
September 09, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBDo you get plenty of sleep, but still feel exhausted? Sleep is a type of physical rest, but your body and your mind actually need 7 types of rest to feel energized and rested! Learn about these types of rest to help with your burnout and fatigue on your way to financial independence. Read or listen to Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity, by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Wonder which types of rest that you are most deficient in? Take the Rest Quiz at ...
083 | The 3 Awesome Types of Freedom: Financial Freedom, Location Freedom, and Time Freedom
September 02, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBMoney is not the goal. It's a tool to help you reach your goals. You don't want to be rich. You want to have freedom to do what you want, when you want, with who you want. In addition to trying to reach the point of financial freedom / financial independence, find out how to reach time freedom and location freedom too. Are you just beginning your journey to financial independence and don't know where to start? Download your FREE copy of the PA the FI Way Beginner’s Workbook ...
082 | Freeze Your Credit to Help You Chill
August 26, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBDo you know how to freeze your credit and why it's a good idea? Take a listen to find out how freezing your credit can add an extra layer of protection against fraudulent activity. Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway Website to read blog posts: pathefiway.com Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/ Join the private Faceboo...
081 | Taking Stock of Your Life with Hospice Physician, Jordan Grumet, MD
August 19, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBJordan Grumet, MD, (aka Doc G) is a hospice physician, host of the Earn & Invest podcast, creator of the Earn and Invest blog, and most recently, the author of the book "Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life." In today's episode, Jordan joins me on the show to discuss what it would look like for you to take stock of your life to live a life without regret. He shares his perspective on how to attempt to bala...
080 | Common Myths About Investing
August 12, 2022 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBMany physician associates / physician assistants believe several of these common myths about investing. If you believe these myths, you may feel overwhelmed, and may think that investing in the stock market is scary, hard, or complicated. These thoughts could make you feel paralyzed, which may delay you getting started with investing even more. Take a listen to learn more about investing so you feel confident and empowered to start your journey to financial independence today! R...
079 | What PAs Can Learn From Dogs About Toxic Work Environments
August 05, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBResearch studies done several years ago by a psychologist named Martin Seligman on dogs revealed a concept called learned helplessness. This idea can explain why some physician assistants / physician associates act in ways that others don't understand, such as why they are staying in a toxic role that is contributing to their burnout symptoms. Interested in starting your journey to financial independence? Start now by taking this workshop about the common financial pitfalls that mo...
078 | Lifestyle Design and Lessons From Our RV Family Adventure
July 29, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn order to live an intentional life as a current or future PA, you need to incorporate lifestyle design into your life. Lifestyle design is the process of designing the life that you want to live that aligns with your values and purpose. Recently, my family and I took a rented RV on a roadtrip from MN to CO to visit the mountains and some beautiful national parks. It was certainly an adventure with 7 humans, 1 dog, in a 31 ft. RV for 9 days. In this episode, I provide a recap o...
077 | Some of the Diverse Roles That One PA Can Hold: Interview with Brittany Strelow, DMSc, MS, PA-C
July 22, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBDo you feel as though you'd like to try to dip your toes into other roles outside of clinical medicine as a physician associate? This interview with Brittany will show how you could try many different things as a PA, even while still practicing clinically if you want to. In addition to working in primary care, she is also a faculty member of a new PA program, participates in research, has been published, volunteers for the state (MAPA) and national (AAPA) PA societies, and is curren...
076 | 10 Pieces of Outdated Financial Advice that Worked for Your Parents but Likely Won’t Work for You
July 15, 2022 06:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBHave you ever heard your parents give you a financial recommendation that seemed as though it was a bit "old school"? You may have thought, "Hmm... that may have worked for you, but that doesn't seem as though it would help me in these times." Some financial tenets hold true over time, but often, financial guidelines and recommendations can change from generation to generation. Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all ...
075 | How to Lower Your Costs as a Wedding Guest
July 08, 2022 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.3 MBWedding season can be expensive if you have many weddings and wedding festivities to attend! The costs can all add up quickly, especially if you're also in the wedding as part of the wedding party. Here are some suggested tips to help you enjoy the celebrations of friends and family while not breaking the bank. Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway Web...
074 | Say "I Do" to Lower Wedding Costs
July 01, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MBIt is wedding season, and many PAs tend to get married right after PA school. A few other PAs will even get married in the midst of PA school! Weddings can be magical and memorable, as well as unfortunately very expensive. However, the overall cost is actually in your control to decide how much you and your (future) spouse would like to spend. As with many budgeting and financial areas of life, consider what you will truly value on your wedding day, and spend on those things while ...
073 | Double PA the FI Way: Interview with Married PA-C Couple, Logan and Makenzie Driscoll
June 24, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 25.2 MBLogan and Makenzie Driscoll are a married couple who met in PA school, and have been practicing as surgical specialty PAs for one year. They share how they are trying to pursue financial independence together as a team while balancing their double PA student loan debt with their double PA salaries. They have been trying to make mindful decisions of spending their hard-earned income on things that add value to their lives while trying to also prevent lifestyle creep. Take a listen fo...
072 | Bear Markets: What Are They, and What Should You Do?
June 17, 2022 06:00 - 18 minutes - 13.6 MBYou have likely recently heard that the stock market value has dropped and has entered into a bear market, and this information may be causing some worry and confusion. In this episode, an overview is provided about what bear markets are, why you should likely not sell your investments at this time, and why staying invested in the market can actually be a good thing for your future. Resources mentioned: frontlinepay.mn.gov Book and Audiobook: The Simple Path to Wealth by...
071 | The Benefits of Adventuring on the Journey to Financial Independence: Interview with Heidi Dusek, Host of the Ordinary Sherpa Podcast and Author of Beyond Normal
June 10, 2022 06:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBHave you ever thought that traveling and going on adventures would have to stop either when you have kids or when you are saving money to pursue financial independence as a physician associate / physician assistant? Heidi will share how those beliefs are misconceptions! Heidi Dusek is the founder and host of Ordinary Sherpa podcast and brand designed to inspire families to connect through simple and authentic adventure experiences. Heidi is well-versed in challenging the sta...
070 | From Being a PA Experiencing Burnout, to Teaching Other PAs about Burnout and Wellness: Interview with Meg Leddy, PA-C
June 03, 2022 06:00 - 30 minutes - 21.4 MBUnfortunately, many physician associates / physician assistants have experienced or will experience burnout. Meg Leddy, PA-C, went from experiencing burnout to teaching other PAs and other healthcare professionals about burnout and wellbeing. In this episode, Meg shares her burnout story, and also discusses why sleep and other elements of self-care are so important for helping with burnout. We also discuss how physician associate / physician assistant finances affect burnout. She is...
069 | An Overview of AAPA Conference 2022 and an Update on PANRE-LA, the New Recertification Exam Alternative for PAs
May 27, 2022 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.9 MBDid you make it to the AAPA Conference 2022 this week in Indianapolis, or are you planning on attending next year in Nashville? In this episode, I share some of the highlights of this years' conference as well as what you can expect when you attend an AAPA conference as a physician associate / physician assistant. During the conference this year, it was so interesting to hear Simone Biles and Jane Pauley discuss their mental health journeys over the years. Hayley Arceneaux the...
068 |Preparing for PA School on the Way to Financial Independence: Interview with Skyler and Rebecca Fleming, PA-S
May 20, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIf you're fortunate enough to learn about financial independence and starting to become financially literate before PA school, what can you do ahead of time to prepare and set yourself up for success? Rebecca is a brand new PA student (she just started last week!), and her husband, Skyler, is the FI part of the couple as he loves spreadsheets and optimizing their finances. They also share how they can communicate well as a couple when trying to discuss finances on their way to FI. Whether yo...
068 | Preparing for PA School on the Way to Financial Independence: Interview with Skyler and Rebecca Fleming, PA-S
May 20, 2022 06:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIf you're fortunate enough to learn about financial independence and starting to become financially literate before PA school, what can you do ahead of time to prepare and set yourself up for success? Rebecca is a brand new PA student (she just started last week!), and her husband, Skyler, is the FI part of the couple as he loves spreadsheets and optimizing their finances. They also share how they can communicate well as a couple when trying to discuss finances on their way to FI. W...
067 | Planning for PA School as an Accepted Neurodivergent Pre-PA Applicant: Interview with Mira
May 13, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 25.2 MBMira, who goes by The Neurodivergent Pre-PA, has received the exciting news that she was accepted into two PA programs and is also on the wait list of others. She plans to start PA school in the fall of 2022. During our discussion, Mira shares what her school and work experiences have been like as a neurodivergent individual. Her life experiences have prompted her to be an advocate for those with disabilities. She also shares some of the financial struggles and considerations that s...
066 | The Intentionally Wandering Path from Chiropractor to Minimalist to PA: Interview with Jeff, PA-C
May 06, 2022 06:00 - 58 minutes - 40.8 MBJeff, who refers to himself as a "retired chiropractor" turned PA-C, shares his incredibly unique story of how he has pursued many career paths prior to recently becoming a PA. He has also tried various hobbies over the years, enjoyed various roadtrips and sabbaticals, and has embraced the minimalism lifestyle. He also discusses how minimalistic concepts correlate well with several financial independence concepts. Take a listen to hear how a wandering path can actually be quite inte...
065 | How to Practice Medicine Abroad as a PA: Interview with Megan, The Expat PA
April 29, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBHave you ever considered moving to another country, and then wondered if you could still practice medicine as a physician associate or a physician assistant while living there? There are now several countries where you could work as a PA, and the amount of countries that recognize the PA profession keeps expanding. Megan, aka The Expat PA, joins the show to share her experience having transitioned from being trained and practicing in the US to now living abroad and practicing in the...
064 | Investor Mama: Finances for Women and Moms with Jen Narciso
April 22, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.7 MBSome women and moms find that learning about finances can seem challenging. Jen Narciso, host of the Investor Mama podcast, started her show to help with some of these challenges and prove that investing while pursuing financial independence is for everyone. We dive into a variety of topics in this episode including motherhood, relationships with significant others, real estate investing, house hacking, caring for aging parents, and loss of loved ones. It is critical that women feel...
063 | Burnout in Healthcare, Becoming a First Gen PA, Building Wealth, and Being Productive - Part 2: Interview with Karen Calcaño, PA-C
April 15, 2022 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.5 MBKaren Calcaño, PA-C, is our lovely guest on today's episode, which is Part 2 of a two part series. Karen shares her amazing and moving story of resilience as she became a first gen PA, then struggled with burnout in our broken healthcare system, and now is focused on building both wealth and a life she loves. She also dives into some tips on how to be more productive in this episode. The best part is that she has incredible resources to help you on her blog, www.scalpelandheart.com ...
062 | Burnout in Healthcare, Becoming a First Gen PA, Building Wealth, and Being Productive - Part 1: Interview with Karen Calcaño, PA-C
April 08, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBKaren Calcaño, PA-C, is our lovely guest on today's episode, which is Part 1 of a two part series. Karen shares her amazing and moving story of resilience as she became a first gen PA, then struggled with burnout in our broken healthcare system, and now is focused on building both wealth and a life she loves. The best part is that she has incredible resources to help you on her blog, www.scalpelandheart.com , and she also just opened her Personal Statement Mastery course to help pre...
061 | The Benefits of Being a Member of AAPA and Your State PA Society
April 01, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.5 MBIf you're a practicing physician assistant / physician associate or a PA student, consider joining both the national PA society (AAPA) as well as your state PA society. These organizations have many benefits for both you as an individual as well as for the PA profession as a whole. Some of the benefits include the following: advocacy for legislative changes, promotion of the profession, access to free CME, networking amongst colleagues and new friends, and even AAPA member discounts...
060 | How to Legally Lower Your Taxes as a PA
March 25, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.9 MBDepending on how much income you or you and your spouse earn, you may end up being required to pay a large amount of taxes. The amount of federal and state taxes that you pay will also very likely increase over the years as your income grows as a practicing physician assistant / physician associate. But did you know that there are various ways that you can actually reduce your tax burden, and some of these suggestions can help you build more wealth with time? And of course, these ar...
059 | Locum Tenens and 1099 Jobs as a Physician Assistant / Physician Associate - Part 2: Interview with Caroline, PA-C
March 18, 2022 06:00 - 39 minutes - 28 MBHave you ever considered finding a locum tenens assignment either in your own state or throughout the country as a travel PA? Many physician assistants / physician associates who work locums gigs are 1099 independence contractors instead of W2 employees. As a 1099, you're both the "business" and the "employee". But what does all of this mean? Take a listen to hear Caroline continue to discuss these topics in Part 2 of our conversation! In this episode, she also shares why she thinks...
058 | Locum Tenens and 1099 Jobs as a Physician Assistant - Part 1: Interview with Caroline, PA-C
March 11, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 35.6 MBHave you ever considered finding a locum tenens assignment either in your own state or throughout the country as a travel PA? Many physician assistants / physician associates who work locums gigs are 1099 independence contractors instead of W2 employees. As a 1099, you're both the "business" and the "employee". But what does all of this mean? Caroline dives into these topics in detail over a two part series on the show, so make sure to come back next week for part 2! Interested in learning...
058 | Locum Tenens and 1099 Jobs as a Physician Assistant / Physician Associate - Part 1: Interview with Caroline, PA-C
March 11, 2022 07:00 - 50 minutes - 35.6 MBHave you ever considered finding a locum tenens assignment either in your own state or throughout the country as a travel PA? Many physician assistants / physician associates who work locums gigs are 1099 independence contractors instead of W2 employees. As a 1099, you're both the "business" and the "employee". But what does all of this mean? Caroline dives into these topics in detail over a two part series on the show, so make sure to come back next week for part 2! Interested in...
057 | Are Dave Ramsey's Personal Finance Recommendations Consistent with FI?
March 04, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 13.6 MBIf you're trying to learn more about personal finance, Dave Ramsey and his 7 baby steps have likely come up in your research. Dave's personal finance suggestions have helped countless individuals and couples get out of debt. But how many of his 7 baby steps and other teachings and recommendations are sound advice through the lens of those pursuing financial independence? Enjoy the show? You can now support the PA the FI Way podcast through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all ...
056 | Why It's Essential for All PAs to Consider Pursuing Financial Independence
February 25, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBAre you a current or future physician assistant / physician associate and have wondered how to get a better handle on your finances to become more financially literate? Have you wondered how in the world are you going to pay off your astronomically high student loan debt? Or have you ever experienced burnout and have asked yourself, “Do I really need to work until the traditional retirement age of 65?” Pursuing financial independence as a PA can be the solution to help you take c...
055 | A Unique Path to Becoming a PA with Truly Ludi
February 18, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MBTake a listen to hear Ludi's story of how she came to the United States from Haiti as an older teenager, went to undergrad, started working, and eventually went to PA school! She worked hard and took guidance from others to take the leap to become a PA. Ludi also shares how she graduated without having to take out any student loan debt. She is working on a few projects including a future children's finance book, and check out her 2022 Gratitude Journal that she has released! Foll...
054 | Side Hustles and Intro to Real Estate Investing as a PA Striving for Financial Independence: Interview with Alpha Journal, PA-C
February 11, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 37.3 MBWant to be inspired today? Take a listen to hear Alpha share his amazing story of how he and his wife are on the path to financial independence to create freedom for their family. In addition to working as a pediatric physician assistant / physician associate, he has been working on various side hustles to earn extra income and increase monthly cash flow. We discuss owning ATM machines, crowdfunding, medical surveys, and dive into the topic of real estate investing! Resources men...
053 | Interview with Prescriptions and Paychecks: A PA-C and a PharmD on the Way to Financial Independence
February 04, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 38.6 MBThe creators behind Prescriptions and Paychecks join me on the show for this fun and informative conversation! Stephanie works as a dermatology PA-C, and her husband, Santiago, works as a PharmD. They are pursing FIRE with three young kiddos (raccoons), and they share how using an Au Pair (Bro Pair) has been helpful for childcare. They are currently enjoying their jobs so much that they are not tempted to retire early anytime soon; however, they are still pursing financial independe...
052 | Book Recommendations for PAs on the Way to Financial Independence
January 28, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 24.5 MBIn this episode, my top 10 financial independence books that I've read over the past few years are reviewed, as well as 3 honorable mentions. Additionally, some other great books that PAs have written for current and future PAs are discussed. Interested in purchasing one of these books? Support the show by ordering through the links below! My Top 10 FI Book Recommendations: - The Simple Path to Wealth - Quit Like a Millionaire - The Psychology of Money - Set for Life ...
051 | An Overview of Bonds and I Bonds
January 21, 2022 07:00 - 18 minutes - 13.3 MBBonds can help smooth some of the volatility that investing in stocks may provide, and I bonds in particular can serve as a good hedge against inflation. The White Coat Investor's post on how to buy I bonds: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com/buy-i-bonds/ You can now support the show through Buy Me a Coffee! Thank you for all of your support! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pathefiway Follow along on Instagram: @pathefiway https://www.instagram.com/pathefiway/ Jo...
050 | Negotiation Tips and Contract Items to Review for PAs
January 14, 2022 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.8 MBNegotiating can seem so intimidating, but it can be a huge tool to help you build wealth over time. In this episode, an overview of various items that you can (and probably should) negotiate are discussed. Hint: it's not just your compensation! Whether you're negotiating for your first PA job out of PA school or you're renegotiating in your current role, it's important to know what your top goals and priorities are. Additionally, it's vital to understand what your contract states as...
049 | The Benefits of Learning Your Personality Type as a Physician Assistant on the Way to Financial Independence
January 07, 2022 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.7 MBHave you ever taken a personality test such as Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, etc.? These test results can be so incredibly revealing about how you perceive the world and why you act the way you do. They can also show you your strengths, and equally important, your weaknesses. My amazing and wonderful sister joins me as a guest to share how we have very opposite personalities, and how that has affected us throughout the years. If you are able to learn about the personality types of...
048 | Celebrating Listener Financial Wins of 2021 and Financial Goals of 2022
December 31, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat better topic for this episode airing on the last day of the year than to celebrate some financial wins of 2021 and financial goals of 2022 of some of the podcast listeners?! Thank you to those who shared for contributing, and for those listening as I hope you find these motivating for you to reach your financial goals on your way to financial independence. In this episode, the following items were discussed the most: - Tracking your net worth (check out this bl...
047 | How We Used Travel Rewards to Earn Free Travel for Our Trip to Costa Rica
December 24, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBMy husband and I just returned from our trip to Costa Rica this past weekend, and in this episode, I share how we were able to travel hack the trip by using travel rewards from credit card sign up bonuses to earn free travel! Additionally, take a listen to hear about the beautiful Hyatt hotel that we stayed at (Andaz Costa Rica Resort At Peninsula Papagayo) for free using points, as well as the fun activities and adventures that we did such as ziplining, fishing, taking a side-b...
046 | Should a PA Use a "Physician Loan" for Their Mortgage?
December 17, 2021 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MBThis episode was prompted by a question asked in the PA the FI Way Facebook group that was created for current and future PAs interested in financial independence. If you haven't already, feel free to join! Interestingly enough, several high-income professionals besides physicians may qualify for "physician loans", including PAs, depending on the lender. However, would pursuing a physician loan be wise for a new grad PA? As with many topics in personal finance, there are several pro...
045 | How to Budget for PA School with PA Money Sense
December 10, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBEvan and Ginger with PA Money Sense share some guidance for budgeting while in PA school. It can be so tempting to take out the max of student loans that you can get, as well as spend every dollar of it! However, keep in mind that you will have to pay interest for each dollar that you spend. Evan and Ginger also tell us about their budgeting tool that they created to help you track your budget during PA school. You can use code PAFI30 to receive 30% off the PA School Budget T...
044 | Save Money and Reduce Headaches While Applying to PA School with My PA Box
December 03, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutes - 31.3 MBJacob, Cofounder of My PA Box, joins us on the show today to share the benefits of this incredibly helpful resource for those applying to PA school. My PA Box can help you narrow down which PA programs would be the best fit for you to apply to, ultimately cutting costs as well as headaches from your life! Jacob also shares how My PA Box was started with his business partner, as well as the inspirational stories of both himself and his family. Use code PAFI (in all caps) at mypabo...
043 | The 2021 Great Holiday Gift Guide for Current and Future Physician Assistants
November 26, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.43 MBThe most wonderful time of year is just around the corner! If you're a pre-PA, a PA student, or a practicing PA-C, this holiday gift guide was curated just for you to give you some ideas for your wishlist. Otherwise, if instead you're the significant other or family member of a current or future PA, but have no clue what to get them, then you're also in the right place! Check out the holiday gift guide by clicking here! Have a wonderful and blessed Christmas and holiday season...
042 | How to Develop a Plan to Pay Back Your PA Student Loans
November 19, 2021 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBMost PAs graduate from PA school with over six figures of student loan debt! There are so many options to pay back your debt, some of which can include trading your service as a PA to have your student loans forgiven such as PSLF. Another plan may include refinancing with a private lender for a lower interest rate, but in some cases, it may make sense to actually keep federal student loans. For some, an IDR plan may be a better fit. How in the world do you decide which option for lo...
041 | Interview with The Student Loan Podcast and Start Noo
November 12, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBDaphné Vanessa, Esq. and Shamil Rodriguez, co-hosts of The Student Loan Podcast and Founders of Start Noo share why they started these projects. They are an incredibly fun couple who are very passionate about how problematic the student loan system is, and they created Start Noo as a potential solution for you to help pay back your student loan debt from undergrad and PA school. The Student Loan Podcast StartNoo.com Instagram @StartNooHQ Instagram @StartNoo Twitter ...
040 | Sabbaticals During Your Career as a PA: Enjoy the Journey to Financial Independence and Return to Work Rejuvenated! Ft. Shayne Foley, PA-C
November 05, 2021 06:00 - 57 minutes - 40.2 MBHave you considered taking a sabbatical at some point during your career as a PA (physician assistant / physician associate)? Or maybe you thought sabbaticals were only for professors and that you couldn't take one as a PA? This episode with Shayne Foley, PA-C, reviews how you can take a sabbatical (or a few!) during your career as a PA, as well as what some of the benefits of sabbaticals are. Shayne also shares all the details of the logistics of planning and executing sabbaticals!...