Career Transitions: What Are Other Options to Clinical Practice That May Align with New or Evolving Priorities/Goals?

Abstract

Career transitions are an essential part of the evolution of one's professional life. Transitions can take place at any time and for a variety of reasons. In this article, I review career transitions in the context of my own experiences and offer some advice and guidelines for making a career transition. The article also reviews what opportunities exist for career development and how that can lead to new and future prospects. Finally, achieving work–life balance can be difficult in today's health care landscape. Setting priorities and revisiting one's life plan on a regular basis establishes a professional “true north” to help navigate the challenges and disruptions of health care.

Keywords

career transition - alternate degree - medical education

Publication History

Article published online:
24 March 2023

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