Welcome to Building Wealth MD!

As a practicing pediatric subspecialist, I understand the unique financial journey of physicians. Like many of you, I was the first in my family to attend college, and despite growing up with strong lessons in frugality, I found myself navigating uncharted waters when it came to managing a physician’s income.

My Story

My path in medicine has taken me from fellowship through academic medicine and now into private practice. Along the way, I’ve learned that while we spend countless hours mastering the intricate details of patient care, many of us receive little to no guidance on managing our financial health.

Growing up in a budget-conscious Midwest household taught me the value of every dollar. These roots helped me maintain financial discipline even as my income grew, but I quickly realized that frugality alone wasn’t enough. I needed to learn how to make my money work as hard as I did in the hospital.

Why I Started This Blog

Just as we practice evidence-based medicine, I believe in evidence-based financial planning. After years of self-education through books, research, and conversations with financial professionals, I’ve developed strategies that work for physicians’ unique situations. I’ve helped colleagues navigate:

Now, as a mid-career physician balancing private practice with raising four children, I understand the challenges of building wealth while managing a demanding career and family life.

My Approach

Think of this blog as a financial grand rounds. Just as we share medical knowledge to improve patient care, I’m sharing financial knowledge to improve physicians’ financial health. My goal is to:

– Translate complex financial concepts into clear, actionable steps
– Share real-world experiences and lessons learned
– Provide evidence-based financial strategies tailored to physicians
– Help you avoid costly mistakes that often trap medical professionals
– Empower you to take control of your financial future

Why Anonymous?

While I maintain anonymity to separate my medical and financial endeavors, my commitment to sharing knowledge remains the same as when I publish in medical journals or present at conferences. I believe in growing our community of financially savvy physicians who can focus more on patient care and less on financial stress.

Join Me

Whether you’re a resident just starting your journey or an established attending looking to optimize your finances, you’ll find valuable insights here. Subscribe to receive updates and join a community of physicians taking control of their financial future.

Remember: Just as we continuously update our medical knowledge, becoming financially savvy is a journey of lifelong learning. Let’s make that journey together.

Building wealth isn’t about accumulating money for its own sake—it’s about creating the freedom to practice medicine on your own terms while securing a future for yourself and your family.