Join us on this episode, where we welcome Dennis Hursh, a physician contract lawyer, to discuss the ins and outs of academic physician employment agreements. Dennis will share his expertise on the common pitfalls and what to look out for when accepting an academic appointment. He will also delve into the key differences between academic and hospital physician employment agreements, the importance of having the appropriate academic title, and the flexibility of compensation packages. If you're considering a move to academia, this episode is a must-listen. Dennis will provide valuable insights on protecting yourself and ensuring that you're treated fairly in your academic physician employment agreement. Don't miss this informative discussion on the world of academic medicine.

Dennis Hursh is a physician contract lawyer. He blogs at Physicians Contracts Blog.

He shares his story and discusses his KevinMD article, "Things to know before signing an academic physician employment agreement."

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