Locum Tenens for Financial Freedom is the central theme of this conversation with Dr. Andrew Wilner, MD, a neurologist, author, and podcast host who built a flexible, purpose-driven career using locum tenens.
If you're a physician or medical professional searching for a way to break free from burnout, take control of your schedule, or earn more while traveling the world, this episode offers deep insight into exactly how to do that.
You’ll learn how Dr. Wilner used locum tenens to align with his passions — including scuba diving, medical writing, and global travel — while continuing to practice medicine on his own terms. Through his journey, you'll discover how to navigate the world of locums, from negotiating contracts to managing finances, reducing taxes, and building a life with flexibility, autonomy, and impact.
We also break down practical solutions to real-world problems many physicians face:
Feeling trapped in a traditional practice
Wanting more work-life balance and career control
Seeking ways to earn more without sacrificing personal time
Finding meaning in medicine without burnout
Dr. Wilner’s expertise offers actionable guidance — whether you're early-career, mid-career, or nearing retirement — to transition into a more independent and fulfilling career path.
đź’ˇ If you're looking for answers around:
How to start in locums
What kind of doctors succeed in this model
How to optimize taxes and income
Where to find trustworthy locum assignments
…this episode is your roadmap.
📚 To check out Dr. Andrew Wilner's, MD book: The Locum Life: A Physician’s Guide to Locum Tenens, visit: https://amzn.to/46PEnei
⏱️ Timestamps (25:37 Total Length)
00:00 – Intro: Meet Dr. Andrew Wilner, MD
01:15 – What is locum tenens and why Dr. Wilner chose it
03:45 – Discovering neurology and early locum lessons
06:00 – Writing, travel, and freedom: the locums lifestyle
09:00 – How locums led to personal and professional breakthroughs
12:30 – VA contracts, high demand, and freedom of choice
15:00 – Using locums for leverage and negotiation power
17:40 – Starting out in locum tenens: what to know first
19:30 – Tax benefits, CPA advice, and business setup
22:15 – Downsides and risks to prepare for
24:00 – How to connect with Dr. Wilner and explore locums
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