What is The Physician Project?
What does it feel like to be a physician?
When I began my training, I felt optimistic and motivated. Today, my autonomy and judgment take a back seat to the profit motive of the insurance industry. Not only do I feel powerless, but I share the grief and outrage of my patients.
Is it PHYSICIAN BURNOUT or system meltdown?
We physicians must reclaim our role as leaders. We owe it to ourselves, our patients, and our communities.
Learn from Colleagues
Enjoy medicine, but don’t like your job?
Need to diversify your income?
Feel that something is missing in your career?
Discover resources for physicians!
Inspire other Physicians
What pitfalls should new medical graduates avoid?
Which side gigs are ideal for practicing physicians?
How can we regain control of our time?
Expand your physician audience!
Why do we need The Physician Project
Patients deserve healthy doctors, and we deserve happiness and fulfillment in our lives and our careers. Some physicians feel frustrated and trapped, while others have invented creative options for themselves.
These physicians should meet! The Physician Project directs physicians with questions toward physicians with great ideas in an organized and interactive way.
Origins of The Physician Project
In 2011, I became disillusioned with the healthcare system. I wanted to regain the purpose and meaning that once drove me. Rather than reinventing the wheel, I decided to gain inspiration from my peers.
Since then, I have become a student of “all things physician,” and I’m fascinated by the ways my peers continue to redefine their careers. In 2020, I created The Physician Project, a directory of physician-oriented resources.
I specifically designed The Physician Project to provide a pleasant browsing experience. I welcome curious physicians to select a category or topic, then scroll to discover the work of our peers.
Click here for MORE ABOUT THE FOUNDER of The Physician Project.
Why is it a Project?
It’s a project because it’s experimental. The Physician Project is a low-budget, DIY website developed by a physician.
Can a free resource bring value to physicians in the evolving landscape of social media, search engines, and AI?
Can showcasing the cool things that physicians are doing motivate others to feel less isolated and be more empowered?
Time will tell.
Mission, Vision, and Values
The Physician Project exists to connect, inform, and empower physicians and physicians-in-training.
The Physician Project strives for the day when the training, culture, and delivery of medical care are no longer detrimental to the health and well-being of physicians.
Until that day arrives, we want every physician and physician-in-training to know exactly where to go to find the inspiration, advice, and community that they desire.
Physicians who also value clarity, growth, integrity, exploration, and gratitude are welcome to join us!