Heroes of Healthcare

Finding Flexibility as a Physician: Locum Tenens


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Have you ever felt stuck in your career unable to escape daily frustrations? Unable to find long term work-life balance? For many physicians, they may have found another way.

In this episode, Olivia Reed is joined by Andrew Wilner, Associate Professor of Neurology at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center. They discuss Andrew’s experience as a locum tenens physician and the different challenges faced within his and others experiences. They also identify the benefits of locum tenens work, addressing shifts in medical practice, work-life balance, and the personal experiences of physicians who have successfully balanced clinical work, academia, and creative pursuits.

Olivia and Andrew discuss:
  • The Different Ways Creativity is Expressed Among Physicians.
  • The Challenges and Benefits of Locum Tenens vs. Private Practices.
  • The Options a Physician has in Achieving Work-Life Balance
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