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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 discusses navigating military service and academic transitions. They also unpack the inspiration behind their podcast, Crescendo de Crescendo, a thoughtful series about how medicine and music inform and elevate each other. This episode blends passion, purpose, and practical advice for any clinician exploring life beyond the white coat.

Dr. Ben is an internal medicine physician who transitioned from a military medical career to academic medicine. He served as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, completed his residency and a chief resident year at Walter Reed, and later worked as an Associate Program Director in a military academic health center. After his military service, Dr. Ben pursued a medical education fellowship at Penn State, where he collaborated with Dr. Paul Haidet on research exploring the intersection of music and medicine. This collaboration inspired the creation of the podcast Crescendo de Crescendo, which he co-hosts with Dr. Sam.​

Dr. Sam is an internal medicine physician and musician based in Colorado. He is a member of the band Dark Arts, which blends elements of folk, alternative, and psychedelic rock. The band gained notable recognition by performing at the renowned Red Rocks Amphitheater. Balancing his medical career with his passion for music, Dr. Sam co-hosts the podcast Crescendo de Crescendo alongside Dr. Ben, where they explore the parallels between the practices of medicine and music.​

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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 framework for fulfillment outlined in his book. The duo also delve into the debate on whether to pay off a mortgage early in a high-interest environment versus investing, providing both mathematical and psychological perspectives.

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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 impacts.

They discuss the adoption of Bitcoin, its comparability to gold, and its unhackable nature. Dr. Kaufman stresses the importance of understanding Bitcoin as an invention rather than a speculative investment. They also touch on the potential future impacts of Bitcoin on the financial system and individual wealth. The episode encourages physicians and listeners to explore Bitcoin deeper and consider its role in their financial strategies.

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Dr. Turner and Mike Kittner discuss the crucial topic of disability insurance for doctors. They explore common pitfalls and nightmares experienced by doctors in securing disability insurance and emphasize the importance of obtaining coverage during medical training. Mike shares real-life stories about the consequences of not disclosing full medical histories and missing out on guaranteed standard issue (GSI) policies.

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In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner is joined by retired physician and credit card guru Dr. Devin Gimble to discuss how to maximize credit card points for luxury travel. Dr. Gimble, who funds $50,000 to $100,000 worth of luxury travel annually using points, shares her expertise on using transferable credit card points, such as those from Chase and Amex, to greatly enhance their value.

They discuss the importance of understanding spending categories, the pitfalls of credit card churning, and strategies for physicians to leverage high expenses to earn substantial travel rewards. The podcast emphasizes simplicity and practicality, offering insights for both detail-oriented individuals and those seeking straightforward solutions. Additionally, the episode highlights the 'Points Made Easy' course and the necessity of own occupation disability insurance for physicians. Dr. Gimble also debunks common misconceptions and provides actionable tips for optimizing credit card points without overwhelming effort.

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This episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosted by Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner, discusses the perennial question of whether it's better to rent or buy a house, especially for medical professionals at various stages of their careers. They delve into financial considerations, personal anecdotes from their experiences, and statistical analyses, emphasizing that the decision is not always straightforward. They also touch on psychological factors, tax deductions, and the benefits of disability insurance. The narrative underscores the importance of individualized financial decisions, given varying market conditions and personal circumstances.

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In an episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss optimizing retirement plans, specifically addressing the complexities and benefits of 457 plans. The conversation emphasizes the need to distinguish between governmental and non-governmental 457 plans, analyzing their risks and benefits. Governmental 457 plans offer flexibility and can be rolled over into an IRA or another retirement account, while non-governmental 457s present more risks and limitations, such as forced distributions and potential employer insolvency.

The hosts discuss the circumstances under which a taxable brokerage account might be a better alternative due to its flexibility and potential for tax efficiency. They also highlight the importance of understanding one’s long-term employment plans and financial goals when making these decisions. The episode includes listener questions and emphasizes the significance of disability insurance and comprehensive financial planning.

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In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner is joined by Dr. Gita Pensa, an adjunct associate professor at Brown University and an expert in malpractice litigation stress and physician litigation support. Dr. Pensa discusses her decade-long experience with a malpractice lawsuit, the psychological and financial impact of being named in a lawsuit, and her work to support other physicians through her podcast 'Doctors in Litigation, the L Word' and her LEAP course.

Key topics include the teachings of risk management and litigation preparation, the role and ethics of medical expert witnesses, and strategies for coping with the psychological stress of lawsuits. Dr. Pensa emphasizes the importance of understanding one's malpractice policy and reframes the defendant's role in litigation to foster empowerment. The episode also highlights resources for ongoing support and education for doctors facing litigation.

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