When this doctor retires early, here are 4 things he’ll miss

As a physician who is planning an early retirement, and is writing about the topic often, I find that retirement is frequently on my mind. It’s not difficult to articulate my desire for an early retirement. I crave the freedom and time with my family. I look forward to restful nights free from the threat of the loathsome pager. Another round of MOC is not for me, and I’m ready to live life at a different pace, exploring hobbies, staying fit, and challenging my mind in novel ways.
However, I would be lying if I were to say I feel no trepidation when I contemplate my exit strategy. You see, despite the typical stressors that we doctors regularly face, I actually enjoy many aspects of my anesthesiology career. These are the things I will miss the most.
Camaraderie. Teamwork is a key component to a successful OR experience for both the patient and the entire OR. crew. I spend a lot of time with our surgeons, circulating nurses, nurse anesthetists, scrub techs, pre-op and PACU nurses, and ancillary staff around the hospital. We learn how to work best with one another, and we learn about each others’ families, upcoming vacations, childhood stories, etc.
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Source: Kevin, M.D. - Medical Weblog - June 10, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Physician on FIRE, MD Tags: Physician Surgery Source Type: blogs