Why physicians take side gigs 

 More than half of physicians pursuing side gigs are looking to earn extra money, according to Medscape’s 2023 “Physician Side Gigs Report,” published Oct. 12. 

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Medscape surveyed 1,939 physicians across more than 29 specialties from Feb. 1 to May 10. 

Here is why surveyed physicians are pursuing side gigs: 

  • Earn extra money: 53%
  • Purely for fun: 10%
  • Use/develop skills: 10%
  • Build a second career for medical retirement: 4%
  • Pursue a hobby or talent that may become my main career: 4%
  • Pay off my student loans: 2%
  • Other: 7%

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