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How much does work life balance change for a doctor by region/employeer
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Vasiliki’s Answer
Hello Johnathon,
I did my specialty in dentistry at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. The campus is like Columbus, OH, so the pace of life (apart from the studies) is a little bit slower, than being in a big city, like NYC or Boston, for example. Definitely, less distractions that help anyone to focus on their studies.
For sure I can see a difference working in Portland, ME and Boston, MA, based on my experience. A bigger city is always more competitive and more stressful. I guess it depends at what stage in your life you are and what pace you prefer.
I hope it helps! Good luck!
Best,
Vasiliki Maseli
I did my specialty in dentistry at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. The campus is like Columbus, OH, so the pace of life (apart from the studies) is a little bit slower, than being in a big city, like NYC or Boston, for example. Definitely, less distractions that help anyone to focus on their studies.
For sure I can see a difference working in Portland, ME and Boston, MA, based on my experience. A bigger city is always more competitive and more stressful. I guess it depends at what stage in your life you are and what pace you prefer.
I hope it helps! Good luck!
Best,
Vasiliki Maseli
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Rachel’s Answer
I can comment on how work/life balance changes by region. I used to work in a large city for a group that covered 13 hospitals. In my fellowship, we spent weekends on call driving from one hospital to another all day. One weekend I drove 400 miles in 72 hours. This call schedule was difficult for me and my family. Even when I wasn't on call, I was still driving an hour to work. We ultimately moved to a smaller town where I could only cover call at one facility close to home.
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Richard’s Answer
Choosing a residency is difficult. Some specialties will be all-consuming. Typical student starts residency in the mid - late 20's so these can be difficult times for people marrying and starting a family. If work life balance is important, think twice before choosing the more demanding specialties!
After residency, you can choose a job or location that suits your personality. I get recruiting advertisements boasting jobs with 26 weeks of vacation per year, daily hours of 8-5 with no call. Others are more demanding with 1 in 4 night-call, weekend responsibilities
After residency, you can choose a job or location that suits your personality. I get recruiting advertisements boasting jobs with 26 weeks of vacation per year, daily hours of 8-5 with no call. Others are more demanding with 1 in 4 night-call, weekend responsibilities
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Estelle’s Answer
Specialty and personal preference are the main factors that influence the balance. If this is important to you, choose your specialty with this in mind. Good luck!