Welcome back to the Finding Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Disha Spath. Today, we’re joined by Amy Holbrook, Associate Program Director at Abbott Northwestern Internal Medicine Residency Program and Chair Elect of the National ACP Council. Dr. Amy is passionate about helping new attendings navigate the financial shifts that come with earning their first attending paycheck.
In this episode, Dr. Amy shares how she got into financial wellness and the biggest financial mindset shifts that occur when transitioning from residency to attendingship. She breaks down key financial milestones, how to balance financial responsibilities while enjoying life, and strategies for building long-term financial stability.
Key Topics Covered:
1. From Resident to Attending: The Financial Mindset Shift
- The biggest financial changes new attendings face.
2. Smart Saving Strategies
- What percentage of income new attendings should aim to save.
- What to do after maxing out a 401(k).
3. Balancing Lifestyle and Financial Responsibility
- Enjoying life while staying financially responsible.
- The importance of understanding retirement accounts.
4. Debt vs. Retirement Savings
- Should you focus on paying off debt or saving for retirement?
5. Insurance & Financial Planning
- Must-have insurance policies for new attendings.
6. Financial Education for New Attendings
- How Amy teaches residents to manage their first big paycheck.
Resources Mentioned:
- Take-Home Paycheck Calculator
- Pearson Ravitz
- White Coat Investor
- Simple Path to Wealth
- Millionaire Life Next Door
Listener Takeaways:
- The key financial shifts that occur when transitioning from resident to attending.
- How to build financial literacy and understand taxes.
- The best strategies for saving, investing, and balancing debt.
- Financial milestones every new attending should look out for.
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Host: Dr. Disha Spath, The Frugal Physician
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Guest: Dr. Amy Holbrook
If you're a new attending looking to take control of your finances, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build wealth and financial confidence. Tune in now!
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