Money Meets Medicine
On Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner discusses all things career and finance for physicians. With expert guest discussions, he tackles personal finance topics like student loans, financial independence, investing for retirement, and reducing financial stress and burnout. Dr. Turner is a practicing anesthesiologist and author of The Physician Philosopher's Guide to Personal Finance.
Episodes
Do Doctors Need a Trust with Dr. Bryan Jepson CFP (Special Needs Planning)
This week, Jimmy sits down with Bryan Jepson, MD, CFP®, ChSNC®, a retired emergency physician turned financial planner at Targeted Wealth Solutions and a self-described "proud special needs dad" to two adult sons with autism. They cover special needs trusts (first-party vs. third-party), ABLE accounts and the big 2026 changes, which government benefits are means-tested, the beneficiary-desig
How Much Should I Pay My Advisor, private money lending, and part-time in medicine
On this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP answer listener questions about private money lending investment opportunities, how much you should pay your advisor (and the hidden costs most people don’t realize), and the math on making part-time work in medicine financially feasible. Join the waitlist for the free live personal finance curriculum taught by Jimmy Turner that starts i
Sign On Bonus Clawbacks, Overfunded 529s, & 1099 vs W-2 Jobs
Your $75K signing bonus might be a bug, not a feature. If there's a clawback, that money isn't really yours yet.Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP tackle three listener questions: what to do with a physician signing bonus you might have to repay, what to do when a scholarship leaves your 529 overfunded, and whether leaving a W-2 job for 1099 work is worth it. Jimmy, who just made the W-2-to-10
The Year-End Tax Moves Doctors Miss (w/ Spencer Carroll from Gelt)
On the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and CPA Spencer Carroll of Gelt discuss why physicians should plan taxes before December 31 rather than focusing only on filing in spring, citing Turner’s unexpected $36,000 tax bill as a consequence of compliance-only CPA work. They explain year-round tax strategy, the value of Q4 projections to avoid penalties and surprises, and key year-end
How FOMO Real Estate Deals Cost Doctors
On this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP discuss: Why passive activity loss rules trap syndication losses for W-2 earners — and the "active participant" workaround that fails the New York Times testFive ways to unwind a concentrated stock position in a brokerage accountA step-by-step playbook for what to do with an annual bonusResources
HSAs, Donor Advised Funds, and When to Drop Insurance
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey tackle three listener questions on personal finance for physicians. They discuss whether HSA-eligible plans make sense during high healthcare-usage periods like pregnancy, charitable giving strategies including donor advised funds and tax-efficient gifting of appreciated securities, and when physicians with significa
457 Plans, Bonus Investing, and Emergency Funds
On the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey answer three listener questions. First, they discuss 457 plans and how to determine if you should be participating in yours, including the three questions to answer to figure it out in your situation. They alos discuss if doctors should have emergency funds and, if so, how large they should be. Finally, they chat about investi
Part-time work, Paying Off Loans, & Funding Kids College
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Justin Harvey tackle three listener questions from the Money Meets Medicine community.
1. Should residents pay extra on their student loans if they are in the new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP)?
2. What are the financial considerations to make working part-time make sense?
3. If you are a par
5 Bad Pieces of Financial Advice to Avoid
On the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss how common personal finance advice can be especially costly for physicians and outline six “bad advice” items. They warn that disability insurance company choice matters because applying with the wrong carrier can trigger denials that eliminate access to guaranteed standard issue policies; they also caution against wai
Should I Invest in SpaceX? (Lessons from SpaceX IPO)
SpaceX priced at $135 a share, raised $75 billion, and hit an all-time high of $225 within days — then fell to $107. Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP break down how index funds actually decide what gets included in the index, why the S&P 500 said no to SpaceX while CRSP and the Russell 1000 said yes, and what that means for the total stock market index fund in your 401(k).
What you'll learn:
Are Doctors Fairly Paid? Inside the 2026 Compensation Data
28% of physicians say they don't earn enough for what their family needs. The lowest-paid specialty still makes $266,000.
Medscape's 2026 physician compensation report surveyed roughly 6,000 doctors across 29+ specialties, and the numbers tell a stranger story than "doctors are underpaid." Average pay rose 3%, barely clearing inflation, and nine specialties were flat or down. Jimmy and Justin unpa
Red Flags in Private Practice Job Offers
Being able to know the difference between a good and a bad job offer as a physician in private practice involves knowing where the landmines and pitfalls are so that you can avoid them. In this episode, host Dr. Jimmy Turner interviews Michael Johnson, a physician contract attorney at Michael Johnson Legal. Resources:
Get 10% off working with Gelt, the tax strategy team that Jimmy Turner persona
Trump Accounts: What You Need to Know
Trump accounts — technically the 530A — went live July 4th, and Justin Harvey opened three for his own kids just to see how they work. These accounts are child-owned, they behave like a traditional IRA, and they come with rules most physicians haven't heard yet.
Tag along with Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey as they discuss where they actually belong in your savings hierarchy, and who should pass
Physician Tax Strategy: W2 vs 1099 vs K1
CPA Spencer Carroll joins the show to unpack tax strategy for physicians: why your income type matters more than your income, and where the real savings hide. Whether you're a W-2 employee, a 1099 locums doc, or a K-1 partner, the levers you can pull are wildly different.
What you'll learn:
Which of W-2, 1099, and K-1 is the best—and worst—way to get paid as a physician
When an S corp actually
Why FIRE Isn't the Goal (FIWO)
Dr. Jimmy Turner cut back to part-time at 35—and ended up on antidepressants. FIRE wasn't the escape hatch he expected.
FIRE—financial independence, retire early—promises an exit from burnout. But what happens when you finally get there and realize you don't know who you are without medicine? Jimmy and Justin make the case for FIWO (financial independence, work optional) instead.
Resources:
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Saving Less Saved My Career (Coast FIRE)
What if your first three years as an attending decide whether you work three days a week in your 40s—or six days into your 60s?
Dr. Jimmy Turner burned out early in his career—antidepressants, 1.3 FTE, the works—before discovering the fix: working less. He and Justin Harvey, CFP, break down Coast FIRE, your Wealth Accumulation Rate, and why the savings decisions you make right out of training set
Why Many Doctors Live Paycheck to Paycheck
Physicians earning $400K are living paycheck to paycheck—and an 18th-century psychology trap is why.
Roughly 30% of doctors over 60 don't have $1M in net worth, even counting their home. Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner unpack the behavioral-finance forces—the Diderot Effect, lifestyle creep, and leverage—that quietly erode physician wealth, and the simple framework that lets you spend guilt-fr
Is Loan Forgiveness Worth a $300K Tax Bill?
There are two ways to get your student loans forgiven — and the one nobody talks about could leave you with a six-figure tax bill.
Most physicians know PSLF. Far fewer understand taxable forgiveness — the IDR path that hands you a massive tax bill 20 years down the road. Jimmy and Justin break down a real listener question (anesthesiologist + dentist, $400K in loans at 7%) to show why "married fil
New Student Loan Rules: The $100K Mistake
One student loan decision in the next few weeks could cost — or save — a physician six figures.
On May 1, 2026, the Department of Education finalized the 134-page rule rewriting federal student loan repayment. Dr. Jimmy Turner goes solo to break down what changed and the moves that protect six figures.
What you'll learn:
Why the July 1, 2026 cutoff decide whether you keep IBR at all
The consol
Should You Rent or Sell Your House When You Move?
Becoming an accidental landlord could cost you a six-figure tax bill — or be the smartest move you make. You're finishing training, moving cities, and that house you bought a few years ago — the one with the enviably low mortgage — is suddenly a decision: sell it and pocket the equity, or rent it out and start building "passive income"? It sounds simple. It isn't. Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harve
40% of Doctors Have a Side Gig. Most Set It Up Wrong.
40% of doctors have a side gig — and most are one contract clause away from handing it to their employer. Forty percent of physicians now run a side gig — chart reviews, expert witness work, SaaS tools, real estate, content, consulting. But here's what nobody covered in residency: most are leaving money on the table at tax time, mixing business and personal finances into an unfixable mess, or unkn
New Attending Financial Checklist: Money Mistakes to Avoid
The 12 to 24 months after residency set the trajectory for your entire financial life — and most physicians get it wrong. In this episode, Jimmy and Justin walk through the financial checklist every new attending needs: why you should start a taxable brokerage account immediately (not just max your retirement accounts), how to build a student loan plan before RAP and IBR rules shift, the backdoor
When Can I Get Rid of My Disability Insurance?
There's a point in every physician's career where you can stop paying for disability insurance — and most doctors have no idea when that point arrives. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey, CFP® break down the full physician insurance stack and tackle a question they've never covered in 270+ episodes: when (if ever) should you drop your disability and term life insurance policies?
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Why Doctors Work Longer Than They Need To (One More Year Syndrome)
The biggest financial mistake high-earning physicians make isn't overspending — it's the exact opposite.
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey, CFP® dive into one of the most overlooked challenges in physician personal finance: the super saver trap. While most financial advice for doctors focuses on avoiding lifestyle inflation, living like a resid
Should I Consolidate My Loans, PSLF, and Buying a Home
Dr. Jimmy Turner hosts a solo Money Meets Medicine mailbag addressing timely physician finance questions, emphasizing that trainees should secure disability insurance before finishing training because guaranteed standard issue (GSI) policies are only available during training and many doctors need them. He explains 2026 federal student-loan changes under OBBBA, advising residents planning aggressi
Tax Day: How to Save Money on Taxes as a Physician
On the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner and co-host Justin Harvey CFP discuss Jimmy's surprise $36,000 2025 tax bill after household income rose into the $500,000–$1,000,000 range, phasing out tax breaks like the child tax credit and qualified business deduction, and raising his effective rate from ~25% to 31%.
They review contributors, such as using Roth 401(k)/403(b) contrib
How to Invest for Your Kids (529s, Trump Accounts, Custodial IRAs)
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Jimmy discusses how his daughter Grace just earned $120 from her first real babysitting gig — and it sparked a deep dive into the best ways to invest money for your kids. In this episode, Jimmy and Justin break down the major investment accounts available for children, including 529 plans, UGMA/UTMA accounts, custodial Roth IRAs, and the brand-n
How to Negotiate Sign on Bonuses for Physicians
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and physician contract attorney Michael Johnson break down the personal finance side of physician compensation. From negative accrual contracts that treat your salary like a loan, to sign-on bonus clawback traps that can lock you into a bad job for years, they cover the financial landmines most doctors never see coming.
You'll learn why som
Should Physicians Buy or Rent? How Much Should A Doctor Spend Buying a Home?
In this episode, Jimmy and Justin break down the real numbers behind the buy vs. rent decision at every stage of the physician journey — from fourth-year med students who just matched, to residents weighing whether homeownership makes sense during a 3-4 year program, to new attendings figuring out how much house they can actually afford.
They cover Zillow's break-even data (hint: it takes about 4-
How to Turn Credit Card Points into Free Travel (With Points by J)
Dr. Jimmy Turner sits down with Jess Bohorquez, creator of Points by J and wife of an OB-GYN physician, to talk about how medical families can use credit card points to travel more without spending more. Jess left a corporate tech career to build a business helping people maximize credit card rewards, and she's grown her Instagram following to over 200,000 in the process.
In this episode, Jimmy an
Why Physicians Can Save Less and Still Retire Early (Update on The 4% Rule)
What if you're saving more than you need to — and burning out in the process? In this episode, Jimmy shares how sitting down and doing the math changed his entire career trajectory, going from 1.3 FTE and antidepressants to part-time at 40 with a $2.1M net worth. Jimmy and Justin break down new research from Bill Bengen on safe withdrawal rates (spoiler: it may be higher than 4%), how to figure ou
How Much Should You Be Paid as a Physician?
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," Dr. Jimmy Turner and physician contract attorney Michael Johnson break down physician compensation models, exploring the complexities beyond base salary and signing bonuses. They discuss work RVUs, volume expectations, bonus structures, and the impact of practice setting, geography, and payer mix on total compensation. The hosts share real-world examples,
Why Doctors Save Too Much and Live Too Little
Should physicians trade their time for money — or is that equation fundamentally broken? In this episode, we unpack why so many doctors save too much for too long, sacrificing their best years to build a nest egg they struggle to spend. Drawing from Vicki Robin's Your Money or Your Life, Morgan Housel's Psychology of Money, and Bill Perkins' Die With Zero, we explore a healthier framework for thin
Why the FIRE Movement Fails Physicians (And What to Do Instead)
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner explore the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement’s relevance for physicians. They discuss the psychological and practical challenges of pursuing FIRE, such as the importance of purpose beyond early retirement, the impact of extreme frugality on relationships, and the need to align financial goals wit
Dumb Money Mistakes Smart Doctors Make
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss how physicians, despite their intelligence, can make grave financial mistakes. They explore the importance of early disability insurance acquisition, share personal anecdotes of financial blunders, and emphasize the necessity of modesty and continuous learning in personal finance. The hosts highli
3 Career Paths Hidden Inside Every Physician Contract
Dr. Jimmy Turner and Michael Johnson, a physician contract attorney, break down the main types of physician employment: classic academic roles, future business ownership in private practice, and perpetual employment. They discuss the financial and professional implications of each, emphasizing the importance of contract negotiation, student loan strategies (especially PSLF), and understanding prac
If I Started All Over Again
In this "Money Meets Medicine" episode, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the most impactful financial strategies for physicians, drawing on Jimmy’s decade of experience post-training. They highlight the importance of saving 30% of gross income early, leveraging compound interest, and prioritizing high-yield actions like mortgage refinancing. The hosts debunk common myths, such as t
Buying Too Much House? Derailing Doctor’s Finances
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey explore the financial and emotional complexities of home buying for physicians after training. They discuss the trade-offs between purchasing move-in-ready homes versus fixer-uppers, managing renovation costs, and understanding return on investment. The hosts emphasize the importance of aligning home-buying decisions with
Talking Money With Family: Inheritance, Guilt, and Setting Financial Boundaries
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP tackle the often awkward money conversations that arise during family gatherings, especially around the holidays. They share personal stories and professional advice on discussing topics like inheritance, financial support for aging parents, and estate planning. The hosts emphasize the importance of honest communicat
The 3 Most Important Aspects of a Physician Contract with Michael Johnson Legal
In this kickoff episode of a multi-part series on physician contracts, Dr. Jimmy Turner and attorney Michael Johnson break down why understanding contract terms is crucial for physicians. They introduce the “contract trinity”—work obligations, compensation, and exit strategy—and discuss employer motivations, legal considerations, and common pitfalls like non-competes and clawbacks. Real-world exam
Neurodivergence, Money, and Luxury Cruising with Dr. Krystal Sodaitis
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," Dr. Jimi Turner interviews Dr. Krystal Sodaitis, a physician, executive coach, and luxury cruise podcaster. They discuss the challenges and strengths of neurodivergent physicians, including how ADHD and dyslexia can impact financial decisions. Dr. Sodaitis shares strategies for managing impulsivity and highlights the importance of tailored financial plann
Jimmy Changes Jobs (Academics to Private Practice)
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," Dr. Jimmy Turner shares his journey transitioning from nearly 20 years at Wake Forest to a private practice role at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He and host Justin Harvey discuss the professional, financial, and personal factors behind the move, including healthcare consolidation, contract negotiation, and work-life balance. Dr. Turner reflects on identity,
End of Year Financial Tasks
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP share a comprehensive year-end financial checklist for physicians. They discuss maximizing contributions to tax-advantaged accounts, coordinating retirement savings during job transitions, managing tax withholdings and 1099 income, and optimizing investment portfolios through rebalancing and tax loss harvesting. The
The 401(k) Vigilante: Are Hidden Retirement Fees Stealing Doctors’ Money? (Paul Sippil)
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner talks with Paul Sippil, a forensic retirement consultant known as the '401k vigilante.' The discussion focuses on the hidden, layered, and unnecessary fees often found in 401k and 403b plans that cost participants thousands over time. They explore the technical aspects of these fees, the Form 5500, and how small and large p
Tax Loss Harvesting $35,000 (Jimmy's Financial Wins)
This is the 250th episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast! What better way to celebrate than to talk about Jimmy's financial journey over the last 8 years since finishing training. In this episode, Jimmy shares some of his family's personal financial milestones and some recent financial wins, including a big tax loss harvesting event. Topics discussed on the show:Paying off student loansJimmy
The IUL Lawsuit Every Physician Investor Should Know About
NASCAR star Kyle Busch is suing Pacific Life after losing millions in a complex index universal life (IUL) insurance strategy—and the lessons for physicians are huge. In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey break down what happened, why complexity and “trust-based” sales tactics so often burn high-income professionals, and how to protect yourself from misleading financial products and
Physician Real Estate Syndications Gone Wrong: Affinity Fraud, Capital Calls, & How to Protect Yourself
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast hosted by Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner, the discussion centers on recent developments in physician finance, particularly around real estate syndication deals and capital calls. Dr. Turner delves into the financial pitfalls and lessons from particular real estate investments targeted at physicians. They discuss the concept of 'affinity fraud
1099 vs W2 for Physicians: How to Compare Offers, Taxes, Benefits, and Real Take-Home Pay
In this episode of "Money Meets Medicine," hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the financial pros and cons of working as a 1099 independent contractor versus a W-2 employee, focusing on tax implications, benefits, and administrative responsibilities. The hosts emphasize the need for professional financial guidance and encourage listeners to carefully weigh all factors—including taxes,
Should You Refinance Your Mortgage After the Fed Rate Cuts? How to Know When It Actually Makes Sense
The Fed just cut interest rates — but does that mean YOU should refinance your mortgage or student loans? In this episode, Jimmy and Justin break down how rate cuts actually impact real life borrowing costs, what the media gets wrong about “market reactions,” and when refinancing actually makes financial sense. We walk through what break-even math looks like, why refinancing federal student loans
Why Financial Literacy Should Be Mandated by the ACGME
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss how financial burdens impact medical professionals' personal lives, academic performance, and career decisions. They explore various studies that demonstrate these effects, covering topics such as increased stress levels, delayed life decisions like marriage and children, negative impacts on acade
Investing locally, non-competes, and inheritances
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss the importance of understanding non-compete clauses in physician contracts and strategies for negotiating favorable terms. They answer listener questions covering investment options outside of traditional index funds, including local investments, real estate, and lending to peers. The conversation als
Is Your Emergency Fund Too Big (Updated)?
What if your emergency fund is actually too big? In this week’s episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey tackle that question — plus a few more from listeners in another grab-bag style show that blends practical advice with behavioral finance insights. Specifically they tackle:When to Drop Life & Disability Insurance:How to decide if you’re truly financially independent enough to cancel term li
Is Your Emergency Fund Too Big?
What if your emergency fund is actually too big? In this week’s episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey tackle that question — plus a few more from listeners in another grab-bag style show that blends practical advice with behavioral finance insights. Specifically they tackle:When to Drop Life & Disability Insurance:How to decide if you’re truly financially independent enough to cancel term li
How Money Stories Shape Wealth (and Jimmy Turns 40)
Did you know that 90% of families lose their wealth by the third generation? In this thought-provoking episode, Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner unpack how our earliest experiences with money—whether it’s growing up with scarcity, abundance, or something in between—profoundly shape our financial mindsets as adults.Jimmy reflects on turning 40, childhood memories of bankruptcy, and how those expe
Open Enrollment: HSAs, 401(k)s, and Pensions Explained
It’s open enrollment season—Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP break down HSAs, retirement plan changes, and pensions to help physicians make smarter benefit decisions without the overwhelm. Looking for disability insurance? Get it from a source you can trust here at Money Meets Medicine Disability Insurance (https://moneymeetsmedicine.com/disability)Download a free copy of The Physician Philo
Rollovers, SEP IRAs, and Saving a Down Payment
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey answer listener-submitted questions about what to do with your money when you switch jobs or retire. Topics include:• Old Employer Plans: Should you roll over a 401(k)/403(b) to your new employer plan, leave it, or move it to an IRA? They explain how each option impacts your ability to do backdoor Roth IRAs.• Home Savings
Should Physicians Invest in Bonds?
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner tackle a classic investing question: do high-earning physicians really need bonds in their portfolio?They break down:Why Jimmy avoids bonds (less than 5% of his portfolio) and instead leans heavily on diversified index funds.When bonds can make sense, such as reducing volatility for investors nearing retirement or with spe
Is Real Estate Bad for Doctors?
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey tackle the hype around real estate investing for physicians. Despite years teaching personal finance, Jimmy reveals he owns zero real estate—and explains why that’s intentional.The duo explores the four major reasons real estate isn’t the right fit for Jimmy:It’s a Second (or Third) Job – With a busy career in medicine and
Why Doctors Should Save Less and Spend More (Revisiting The 4% Rule)
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss the potential to spend more money in retirement with less savings, challenging traditional financial independence norms, particularly the well-known 4% rule from the Trinity study. They explore a new study suggesting the safe withdrawal rate could be closer to 5-5.5%, which has significant implica
One Big Beautiful Bill Impact on Your Finances
In the latest episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the potential effects of the 'one big beautiful bill' on physicians' personal finances. They highlight important aspects such as changes to student loan borrowing limits, auto loan interest deductions, and salt tax changes that could affect both residents and attending physicians. The episod
Why You Shouldn't Invest in Bitcoin (Part 3)
In this solo episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner dives into various aspects of Bitcoin, including breaking down common criticisms and questions about the cryptocurrency. He discusses its security, value, and the reasons why he decided to invest in Bitcoin. Jimmy addresses concerns such as Bitcoin's intrinsic value, security vulnerabilities, the impact of government regula
5 Reasons I Invest in Bitcoin (Part 2)
In this episode, Dr Jimmy Turner discusses why he decided to invest in bitcoin from a purely investment standpoint. And - if you stick around until the end of the episode - he even talks specifically through how I invest in Bitcoin (in other words what services etc I use to do so). We discuss outsized returns, the problems it solves, what would happen if you don't invest in it, and much more.If yo
I Sold My Car for Bitcoin
In this first episode in a three part series, host Dr. Jimmy Turner discusses why he sold his Cadillac Blackwing and bought Bitcoin. He talks about the use cases of bitcoin he finds most interesting and dives into some of the basics behind why he views it as a worthwhile part of this portfolio. Specifically, Jimmy discusses digital sovereignty, trustless ledgers, decentralized control, and the out
Financial Burdens of Aging Parents
Have you ever thought about what it would cost to take care of your parents as they get older, or are you in the midst of it now? That's exactly what Dr. Jimmy Turner and Dr. Rebecca Tapia discuss on this episode of Money Meets Medicine. On this show, the hosts dive into the cost of aging parents, potential burdens that may be faced (both those that are obvious and those you may not think about),
Is Fellowship Worth the ROI?
Fellowship isn't for every resident physician to pursue, but for some it makes sense... but does it make financial sense? That is what Dr. Jimmy Turner and co-host Justin Harvey CFP discuss in this episode of Money Meets Medicine. The financial implications of pursuing a fellowship. Is it worth the return on investment? If you are looking to get your financial literacy journey started, download a
Jimmy's Worst Financial Mistakes
In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, the host Dr. Jimmy Turner discusses some of his worst financial mistakes and what he learned from each mistake so that others don't have to do the same. Specifically, he discusses mistakes with student loans, Jimmy's journey leaving the white coat investor network after becoming one of the four original partners, and more. If you are a physician looking for
Firing Your Financial Advisor
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosted by Dr. Jimmy Turner and his co-host Justin Harvey, they discuss the potential financial consequences of sticking with the wrong financial advisor during one's career and retirement. They emphasize the importance of financial literacy for physicians, highlighting three groups of doctors based on their financial advisory needs: do-it-yourse
The Retirement Math Hack
In this episode, hosts Justin Harvey CFP and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the financial strategy revealing that $10,000 of income in retirement is equivalent to having $250,000 in retirement savings. They explore how physicians can plan for retirement, potentially requiring less money by generating passive income sources. The discussion includes the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement,
Financial Milestones to Celebrate
Dr. Jimmy Turner and co-host Justin Harvey reflect on the major financial milestones that doctors often aim for—and why tracking progress matters so much for financial motivation, clarity, and well-being. Join in as they tackle net worth goals, how Jimmy paid off $200,000 in student loans, and other milestones worth celebrating on the physician financial journey.If you are just getting started on
Fighting Burnout with Financial Independence
What if I made you pick the one priority that was above all others? And how does money help us actually live that out? In this episode Dr. Jimmy Turner talks with Justin Harvey CFP about his journey through burnout, cutting back from medicine, and eventually coming back to full-time medicine after sorting it all out. What has he learned? How did personal finance play a part in helping Jimmy carve
Leasing versus Buying a Car
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner delve into the considerations physicians should make when deciding to lease or buy a car. The episode explores personal anecdotes, financial implications, and practical advice on car ownership. Dr. Turner discusses his experiences with owning multiple cars and the practicality of vehicles for a busy famil
Making Disability Insurance Affordable
In this episode Dr. Jimmy Turner and Michael Kittner discuss how to make disability insurance more affordable, particularly while in training. They also cover certain kinds of guaranteed standard issue disability insurance policies that only exist while in training - and why it is a catastrophic financial mistake for a lot of doctors if they wait until after training to get disability insurance. E
Inheriting Money - good, bad, and ugly
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and co-host Justin Harvey CFP discuss various implications and strategies regarding sudden inheritance of assets, including vehicles, cash, stocks, and trusts. They emphasize the importance of strategic financial planning and timely decision-making to optimize tax benefits, avoid financial pitfalls, and preserve family relations
Getting on the Same Financial Page with OtherSide Med
In this episode, host Dr. Jimmy Turner interviews Dr. Hannah Thompson and her husband, Chris Herring, from OtherSide Med. They talk about handling finances in residency, getting on the same page with your spouse financially which applies to more than just those in training. And we're even gonna touch on disability insurance and Hannah's journey and doing the due diligence and ending up getting dis
Why Doctors Should Save Less Money
In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP discuss a common journey from financial independence, retire early (FIRE) to Die with Zero mentalities as doctors learn more about money and have more lived experience. They discuss specific tools to help you determine what you should be spending money on (and how much), financial arrival fallacies, and the importance of using money as means
3 reasons every doctor should consider locum tenens work
In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Dr. Kirk Heath talk all things locum tenens, physician entrepreneurship, and how financial independence helps doctors practice medicine on their terms. They discuss Kirk's journey from practicing full-time as a surgeon in a private practice setting to his journey into locums. They take a deep dive into how locums helps doctors individually, how it may be a sol
Tariffs and Tanking Markets
In this episode of the 'Money Meets Medicine' podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss strategies for managing personal finances during market downturns, specifically focusing on the impact of recent tariffs imposed by Trump in April 2025. They emphasize the importance of having a solid investment plan and understanding market history to mitigate psychological stress during volati
Music and Medicine with Dr. Ben Vipler and Dr. Sam Porter
This episode is sponsored by Locumstory. Your source for all things locums.---Ben and Sam are doctors who don’t just heal with medicine—they create with music. In this episode, they talk about their parallel paths from the East Coast to Colorado, their shared musical background, and how they balance both call schedules and band rehearsals. Sam shares the highs of performing at Red Rocks, while Ben
Paying Off the Mortgage / Burnout in Medicine
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey CFP and Dr. Jimmy Turner explore the topics of paying off mortgages early, establishing personal and professional boundaries, and the importance of having disability insurance. They stress the significance of setting boundaries in professional life to prevent burnout, drawing from Dr. Turner's own experiences and his framewor
Ninja Warrior And Bitcoin Believer Dr. Noah Kauffman
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner explores Bitcoin and its implications for the financial world with Dr. Noah Kaufman, an emergency medicine physician, rock climber, and former American Ninja Warrior competitor. Dr. Kaufman shares his journey into Bitcoin investment, explaining the concept of deflation, the intrinsic value of Bitcoin, and its potential societal
