This episode is sponsored by: Set For Life

Set for Life Insurance helps doctors safeguard their future with True Own Occupational Disability Insurance. A single injury or illness can change everything, but the best physicians plan ahead. Protect your income and secure your future before life makes the choice for you. Your career deserves protection—act now at https://www.doctorpodcastnetwork.co/setforlife.

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As physicians, our ability to earn is our greatest asset—yet a single injury or illness can derail everything. In this episode, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming sits down with Jamie Fleischner, president and founder of Set for Life Insurance, a company that has guided over 30,000 physicians since 1993. Jamie shares her expertise on disability insurance, focusing on the unique benefits of Guaranteed Standard Issue (GSI) policies that skip medical underwriting and ensure coverage regardless of preexisting conditions.

From the importance of "own occupation" definitions to the pitfalls of relying solely on employer-provided plans, Jamie offers practical advice for physicians at all stages—whether you’re a resident, a mid-career doctor, or transitioning to a new path like private practice or entrepreneurship. She also highlights common misconceptions, red flags to watch for when shopping for policies, and why timing is everything when securing coverage.

Tune in to learn how to protect your income, navigate career shifts, and ensure your financial future, no matter what life throws your way.

Three Actionable Takeaways:

1. Secure Coverage Early – Disability insurance gets more expensive and harder to obtain as you age or develop health issues. Act during training or while you have verifiable W2 income for the best rates and options.

2. Prioritize "Own Occupation" Policies – Ensure your policy covers your specific specialty, so you’re protected even if you pivot to another role or career without losing benefits.

3. Reevaluate Regularly – Life changes like career transitions, income shifts, or paying off debt are key moments to adjust your coverage—don’t set it and forget it.
   
   

   About Guest:

   Jamie Fleischner is the founder and president of Set for Life Insurance, a company dedicated to helping physicians secure disability and life insurance since 1993. With over 30 years of experience, she has worked with more than 30,000 doctors across the country, offering tailored solutions like Guaranteed Standard Issue (GSI) disability insurance. Inspired by her personal experience caring for her mother during a double lung transplant, Jamie is passionate about ensuring physicians protect their income and financial stability.

   • Set for Life Insurance Website: https://www.setforlifeinsurance.com/

   About the Host:

   Through two decades of experience as a physician entrepreneur, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has built and sold two seven-figure companies in the online marketing and lead software industry. He is also a physician practice owner, currently running multiple successful medical clinics. He founded BootstrapMD, a consultancy firm, to help empower physician entrepreneurs through live events, courses, and coaching. Dr. Mike is also the CEO of Executive Medical, a boutique medical practice specializing in age management, weight loss, and aesthetics. As a co-owner and medical director of several clinics, he helps other doctors transition into business ownership.

   To learn more, read his book, The Positioned Physician: Earn More, Work Smart, Love Medicine Again, available on Amazon.

   • Let’s Connect: Start building your business today. Learn more at: www.bootstrapmd.com

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     Check out Doctor Podcast Network.

This episode is sponsored by: Set For Life
Set for Life Insurance helps doctors safeguard their future with True Own Occupational Disability Insurance. A single injury or illness can change everything, but the best physicians plan ahead. Protect your income and secure your future before life makes the choice for you. Your career deserves protection—act now at https://www.doctorpodcastnetwork.co/setforlife.

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As physicians, our identity is often deeply tied to our profession. What happens when we consider stepping away from clinical practice or transitioning into a new career? In this episode, Dr. Maiysha Clairborne discusses the emotional and psychological hurdles physicians face when leaving or reducing their role in medicine.

Dr. Clairborne, explains how the conditioning from medical training shapes our fears and beliefs. She delves into strategies for overcoming guilt, reprogramming limiting beliefs, and exploring new career paths that align with our values and skills.

Whether you’re considering non-clinical opportunities, entrepreneurship, or just looking for a more balanced work-life dynamic, this episode provides actionable insights for making empowered career choices.

Three Actionable Takeaways:

1. Recognize and Challenge Your Conditioning – Many of the fears associated with career changes stem from deeply ingrained beliefs. Identifying these patterns can help reframe your perspective.

2. Embrace a Growth Mindset – Leaving or altering your medical career does not mean losing your identity. Instead, it’s an opportunity to leverage your skills in new and fulfilling ways.

3. Seek Support and Guidance – Whether through coaching, mentorship, or community groups, surrounding yourself with supportive voices can make transitions smoother and less daunting.

About the Guest:

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne is an integrative medicine physician, internationally known speaker, author & Master Hypnotherapist & Teacher of NLP and Hypnosis. She helps people transform their lives by helping them master their mindset & communication, eliminating fear, self-doubt, & negative emotions that get in the way of their success.

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne’s website:
https://drmaiysha.com/

Dr. Maiysha Clairborne’s Physician Coaches Profile:
https://www.physiciancoaches.com/coaching-category/mind-remapping-academy

About the Host:

Through two decades of experience as a physician entrepreneur, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has built and sold two seven-figure companies in the online marketing and lead software industry. He is also a physician practice owner, currently running multiple successful medical clinics.

He founded BootstrapMD, a consultancy firm, to help empower physician entrepreneurs through live events, courses, and coaching. Dr. Mike is also the CEO of Executive Medical, a boutique medical practice specializing in age management, weight loss, and aesthetics. As a co-owner and medical director of several clinics, he helps other doctors transition into business ownership.

To learn more, read his book, The Positioned Physician: Earn More, Work Smart, Love Medicine Again, available on Amazon.

Let’s Connect: Start building your business today. Learn more at: www.bootstrapmd.com
Want to start your own podcast?

Check out Doctor Podcast Network