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The Uneven Payoff of Working Nights in Medicine

Physician night shifts are common across many medical specialties, but compensation varies widely. Our analysis of 12,000+ anonymous physician salaries on Marit explores when overnight work is rewarded and when it's built into base pay without a meaningful premium.

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5 Tax Moves to Make Before December 31st

This guide breaks down five essential year-end tax moves physicians can make before December 31 to lower taxes and avoid penalties. Backed by Doc Wealth’s experience working with 1099 and high-income physicians, it covers retirement contributions, tax-loss harvesting, charitable giving, business deductions, and estimated tax payments, with clear examples of real savings.

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The Top 10 Best (and Worst) States for Retiring Early as a Physician

Discover the best and worst states for physicians to build wealth. Compare doctor salaries, taxes, cost of living, malpractice climate, and FIRE timelines to see where financial independence comes fastest.

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MGMA data on Marit: Another Step Toward Pay Transparency

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Marit Health Welcomes Dr. Amy Gottlieb and Dr. Hala Sabry to Our Clinician Advisory Board

We’re thrilled to welcome two powerhouse physicians, Dr. Amy Gottlieb and Dr. Hala Sabry, to our Clinician Advisory Board. Together, they bring wisdom, authenticity, and deep experience to Marit's mission of empowering all clinicians to thrive in their careers.

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Know Your Value: How I Gave Myself a Pay Raise Without Changing Employers or Moving

Most physicians assume the only way to increase their income is to switch jobs or work more hours. In this post, Dr. Tod Stillson explains how he gave himself a six-figure pay raise - and greater autonomy - by restructuring his physician compensation through an “Employment Lite” independent contractor model, all without changing employers or moving.

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CRNAs and AAs: Two High-Demand Anesthesia Careers

Thinking about a career in anesthesia but not sure where to start? We break down the two main routes - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA) - including education, autonomy, and pay. See which path fits your goals.

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2025 U.S. Ranking of Best (and Worst) States for Doctors to Retire Early

We analyzed thousands of real physician salaries to rank all 50 states by how quickly doctors can achieve financial independence. Learn how pay, taxes, and lifestyle can shape your timeline to retirement.

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What's New at Marit? Sept 2025 Product Update

Introducing Marit Job Search - a new way for physicians & APPs to find their next job opportunity. Read more about why we built it and what sets it apart from traditional job boards.

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From Clinician to CEO: CRNA Business Structures and Tax Strategies for 1099 Success

A starter guide to 1099 work as a CRNA: business structures, S-Corp tax savings, deductions, and retirement strategies to maximize income and protect your independent practice.

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From My Story to Your Path: A Personal Reflection on Choosing a Medical Specialty

How do you choose a medical specialty? Learn what questions to ask yourself, what trade-offs to consider, and lessons from one physician’s journey to finding the right fit.

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Call Pay in Medicine: Who Gets Paid, How Much, and Why It Varies

Only 19% of doctors get paid for taking call, and those who do earn $363 to $2,000+ per day. See which specialties get paid, typical rates, and why call pay varies.

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