Two of the most undervalued words in healthcare are locum tenens, which simply means “to take the place of someone temporarily.” In other words, it refers to physicians who fill in for other doctors for one reason or another.
To highlight these physicians’ inspiring journeys, Spotlight on Locum Tenens shares the ups, downs, and all-around adventures of being a locum tenens. From beginning a career on this unorthodox path to traveling overseas after retirement, these physicians have done it all, and now they’re offering insights into the truly unique life of a locum tenens.
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Locum Tenens: A Physician Assistant's Unconventional Alternative
Locum Tenens: A Physician Assistant's Unconventional Alternative
From the Military to Civilian Medicine & Beyond: A Locum Tenens Physician's Career Path
From the Military to Civilian Medicine & Beyond: A Locum Tenens Physician's Career Path
A Global Look at Locum Tenens: An International Career
A Global Look at Locum Tenens: An International Career
Livin' la Vida Locum: A Globetrotter's Journey
Livin' la Vida Locum: A Globetrotter's Journey
Mid-Career Change: Transitioning to Locum Tenens
Mid-Career Change: Transitioning to Locum Tenens
From Residency to Locum Tenens: A Young Physician's Unique Career Path
From Residency to Locum Tenens: A Young Physician's Unique Career Path
A Sailor's Life for Me: One Doctor's Quest to Live & Practice from a 40-Foot Sailboat
A Sailor's Life for Me: One Doctor's Quest to Live & Practice from a 40-Foot Sailboat
Road Warrior Physician: A How-to Guide for Locum Tenens
Road Warrior Physician: A How-to Guide for Locum Tenens
Locum Tenens: An Active Alternative to Early Retirement
Locum Tenens: An Active Alternative to Early Retirement
Why Do Physicians Choose Locum Tenens Work?
Why Do Physicians Choose Locum Tenens Work?
How a Radiologist Achieved Work-Life Balance Through Locum Tenens
How a Radiologist Achieved Work-Life Balance Through Locum Tenens
