Welcome to medicine, new graduate — and welcome to this powerful episode of The PA Is In. Tracy Bingaman shares an open letter filled with hard-earned wisdom, heartfelt encouragement, and truth-telling advice for those just beginning their journey in healthcare.
From learning to negotiate and setting boundaries, to avoiding burnout and defining your own version of success, this episode is a rallying cry for new grads to challenge the status quo. Whether you're starting your first job or mentoring someone who is, this message is a must-hear for anyone in healthcare today.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
What she wishes someone told her when she started
The real cost of buying into hustle culture
How to redefine success on your terms
Financial advice no one gave you in PA school
Why negotiation isn’t optional — it’s essential
🎧 Tune in to feel seen, supported, and fired up to do healthcare differently.
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Keywords: new grad PA advice, physician associate career tips, starting in medicine, healthcare burnout prevention, PA career boundaries, new medical graduate letter, success in healthcare, redefining success medicine, PA negotiation tips, thriving in healthcare
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