Heidi Moawad, MD

Articles by Heidi Moawad, MD

Using your physician expertise to enter the world of medical writing can lead to a fulfilling career that will allow you to reach out to consumers, and patients, in a way that direct clinical work may not let you. However, medical writing isn't for everyone, and it can be a tricky landscape to navigate, so follow this guide to help you get started.

As a physician you have the unique opportunity to expand your career outside of the clinic through opportunities in writing, teaching, consulting and so much more. However, before you look for a "side-gig" make sure you understand all of your employer's potential restrictions on them.

What often separates leaders from others is their ability to communicate with their whole team in an efficient and respectful. Here are the steps to take in order to be a productive and worthwhile leader of your peers.

As a physician, you are in a unique position to use your expertise, knowledge, and standing to earn income from more than just clinical work. However, before you begin to diversify your income streams make sure you are considering these key factors.

Consultation work for physicians can be rewarding and lead to exciting new opportunities in different fields of interest. However, make sure you're considering all these factors before taking a consultation position.

Work-life balance is not necessarily about time. It is about finding ways to make sure that your home and work environments do disrupt one another to extremes. Here are some ways to help find balance.

Demand for physicians outside the clinical setting is on the rise. What factors should physicians consider before taking on additional work?

Media interviews can be a great way for doctors to market their practices for “free” by increasing awareness of a procedure or diagnosis. It helps to put some time into a preparation strategy before you talk to a reporter about a medical issue.

The term ‘practicing at the top of your license’ has recently taken on popularity in the medical community. There are several practical reasons that the medical system benefits from everyone practicing at the top of their license.