In this episode of Money Meets Medicine, the host Dr. Jimmy Turner discusses some of his worst financial mistakes and what he learned from each mistake so that others don't have to do the same. Specifically, he discusses mistakes with student loans, Jimmy's journey leaving the white coat investor network after becoming one of the four original partners, and more. If you are a physician looking for a financial advisor, check out Justin Harvey CFP by visiting https://apm-wealth.com/ Need disabilit...
Jul 16, 2025•36 min•Ep. 230
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosted by Dr. Jimmy Turner and his co-host Justin Harvey, they discuss the potential financial consequences of sticking with the wrong financial advisor during one's career and retirement. They emphasize the importance of financial literacy for physicians, highlighting three groups of doctors based on their financial advisory needs: do-it-yourselfers, those who need help with fine-tuning, and those who prefer to outsource entirely. The discuss...
Jul 09, 2025•27 min•Ep. 229
In this episode, hosts Justin Harvey CFP and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss the financial strategy revealing that $10,000 of income in retirement is equivalent to having $250,000 in retirement savings. They explore how physicians can plan for retirement, potentially requiring less money by generating passive income sources. The discussion includes the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement, the 25X rule, and sequence of return risk. Get disability insurance quotes at https://moneymeetsmed...
Jul 02, 2025•25 min•Ep. 228
Dr. Jimmy Turner and co-host Justin Harvey reflect on the major financial milestones that doctors often aim for—and why tracking progress matters so much for financial motivation, clarity, and well-being. Join in as they tackle net worth goals, how Jimmy paid off $200,000 in student loans, and other milestones worth celebrating on the physician financial journey. If you are just getting started on your financial journey, make sure to download a free copy of Jimmy's book The Physician Philosopher...
Jun 25, 2025•30 min•Ep. 227
What if I made you pick the one priority that was above all others? And how does money help us actually live that out? In this episode Dr. Jimmy Turner talks with Justin Harvey CFP about his journey through burnout, cutting back from medicine, and eventually coming back to full-time medicine after sorting it all out. What has he learned? How did personal finance play a part in helping Jimmy carve out a careeer he loves? They discuss this all and more on this episode of Money Meets Medicine. Ever...
Jun 18, 2025•30 min•Ep. 226
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner delve into the considerations physicians should make when deciding to lease or buy a car. The episode explores personal anecdotes, financial implications, and practical advice on car ownership. Dr. Turner discusses his experiences with owning multiple cars and the practicality of vehicles for a busy family life. Harvey and Turner also emphasize the importance of evaluating one's values, future circumsta...
Jun 11, 2025•23 min•Ep. 225
In this episode Dr. Jimmy Turner and Michael Kittner discuss how to make disability insurance more affordable, particularly while in training. They also cover certain kinds of guaranteed standard issue disability insurance policies that only exist while in training - and why it is a catastrophic financial mistake for a lot of doctors if they wait until after training to get disability insurance. Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance. To get it from a source you can trust? Visit ...
Jun 04, 2025•46 min•Ep. 224
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and co-host Justin Harvey CFP discuss various implications and strategies regarding sudden inheritance of assets, including vehicles, cash, stocks, and trusts. They emphasize the importance of strategic financial planning and timely decision-making to optimize tax benefits, avoid financial pitfalls, and preserve family relationships. They highlight specific examples such as the step-up in basis for stocks, tax implications of ...
May 28, 2025•25 min•Ep. 223
In this episode, host Dr. Jimmy Turner interviews Dr. Hannah Thompson and her husband, Chris Herring, from OtherSide Med. They talk about handling finances in residency, getting on the same page with your spouse financially which applies to more than just those in training. And we're even gonna touch on disability insurance and Hannah's journey and doing the due diligence and ending up getting disability insurance. If you need disability insurance, make sure to check out Money Meets Medicine Dis...
May 21, 2025•46 min•Ep. 222
In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP discuss a common journey from financial independence, retire early (FIRE) to Die with Zero mentalities as doctors learn more about money and have more lived experience. They discuss specific tools to help you determine what you should be spending money on (and how much), financial arrival fallacies, and the importance of using money as means to an end and not the end itself. Every doctor needs own-occupation disability insurance. To get it ...
May 14, 2025•28 min•Ep. 221
In this episode, Dr. Jimmy Turner and Dr. Kirk Heath talk all things locum tenens, physician entrepreneurship, and how financial independence helps doctors practice medicine on their terms. They discuss Kirk's journey from practicing full-time as a surgeon in a private practice setting to his journey into locums. They take a deep dive into how locums helps doctors individually, how it may be a solution to systemic problems in medicine, and touch on the financial aspects of working as a 1099 vers...
May 07, 2025•39 min•Ep. 220
In this episode of the 'Money Meets Medicine' podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss strategies for managing personal finances during market downturns, specifically focusing on the impact of recent tariffs imposed by Trump in April 2025. They emphasize the importance of having a solid investment plan and understanding market history to mitigate psychological stress during volatile periods. The conversation covers the importance of diversification, the benefits of tax loss harv...
Apr 30, 2025•31 min•Ep. 219
This episode is sponsored by Locumstory . Your source for all things locums. --- Ben and Sam are doctors who don’t just heal with medicine—they create with music. In this episode, they talk about their parallel paths from the East Coast to Colorado, their shared musical background, and how they balance both call schedules and band rehearsals. Sam shares the highs of performing at Red Rocks, while Ben discusses navigating military service and academic transitions. They also unpack the inspiration...
Apr 23, 2025•31 min•Ep. 218
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey CFP and Dr. Jimmy Turner explore the topics of paying off mortgages early, establishing personal and professional boundaries, and the importance of having disability insurance. They stress the significance of setting boundaries in professional life to prevent burnout, drawing from Dr. Turner's own experiences and his framework for fulfillment outlined in his book. The duo also delve into the debate on whether to pay off a m...
Apr 16, 2025•29 min•Ep. 217
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner explores Bitcoin and its implications for the financial world with Dr. Noah Kaufman, an emergency medicine physician, rock climber, and former American Ninja Warrior competitor. Dr. Kaufman shares his journey into Bitcoin investment, explaining the concept of deflation, the intrinsic value of Bitcoin, and its potential societal impacts. They discuss the adoption of Bitcoin, its comparability to gold, and its unhackable nature....
Apr 09, 2025•48 min•Ep. 216
This episode is brought to you by Locumstory —learn how locum tenens can help you find more freedom and flexibility in your medical career at moneymeetsmedicine.com/locums. --- Dr. Turner and Mike Kittner discuss the crucial topic of disability insurance for doctors. They explore common pitfalls and nightmares experienced by doctors in securing disability insurance and emphasize the importance of obtaining coverage during medical training. Mike shares real-life stories about the consequences of ...
Apr 02, 2025•31 min•Ep. 215
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner is joined by retired physician and credit card guru Dr. Devin Gimble to discuss how to maximize credit card points for luxury travel. Dr. Gimble, who funds $50,000 to $100,000 worth of luxury travel annually using points, shares her expertise on using transferable credit card points, such as those from Chase and Amex, to greatly enhance their value. They discuss the importance of understanding spending categories, the pit...
Mar 26, 2025•39 min•Ep. 214
This episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosted by Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner, discusses the perennial question of whether it's better to rent or buy a house, especially for medical professionals at various stages of their careers. They delve into financial considerations, personal anecdotes from their experiences, and statistical analyses, emphasizing that the decision is not always straightforward. They also touch on psychological factors, tax deductions, and the benefits of d...
Mar 19, 2025•30 min•Ep. 213
In an episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss optimizing retirement plans, specifically addressing the complexities and benefits of 457 plans. The conversation emphasizes the need to distinguish between governmental and non-governmental 457 plans, analyzing their risks and benefits. Governmental 457 plans offer flexibility and can be rolled over into an IRA or another retirement account, while non-governmental 457s present more risks and limi...
Mar 12, 2025•21 min•Ep. 212
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner is joined by Dr. Gita Pensa, an adjunct associate professor at Brown University and an expert in malpractice litigation stress and physician litigation support. Dr. Pensa discusses her decade-long experience with a malpractice lawsuit, the psychological and financial impact of being named in a lawsuit, and her work to support other physicians through her podcast 'Doctors in Litigation, the L Word' and her LEAP course. Key...
Mar 05, 2025•44 min•Ep. 211
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey discuss the benefits and drawbacks of target date funds for beginner investors, particularly residents and early-career physicians. The conversation also touches on the pitfalls of high expense ratios in 401(k) options and the importance of diversification in investments. They advocate for simplicity in investing, stress the relevance of understanding expense ratios, and highlight the potential need for...
Feb 26, 2025•30 min•Ep. 210
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, Dr. Jimmy Turner and financial advisor Justin Harvey delve into a range of personal finance issues pertinent to medical professionals. They start with an analogy to marriage and quickly move into a discussion about balancing work and personal life, emphasizing the challenges and benefits of considering part-time work. Both hosts share personal anecdotes and professional insights on how doctors can manage their finances and work commitments mor...
Feb 19, 2025•34 min•Ep. 209
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner discuss key personal finance topics relevant to physicians. The conversation covers experiences with long-distance travel for sports events, the pros and cons of alternative investments, and the financial consequences of changing jobs within the medical field. They underscore the risks involved with certain investment pitches, particularly in real estate and niche markets. The episode concludes with an ...
Feb 12, 2025•35 min•Ep. 208
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Justin Harvey and Dr. Jimmy Turner explore the topic of Bitcoin and its potential role in personal finance. Jimmy, having invested in Bitcoin himself, discusses his extensive research into cryptocurrency, including reading 'The Bitcoin Standard.' Both hosts emphasize the philosophical and conceptual aspects of Bitcoin, its deflationary nature, and its potential as a global currency. They caution listeners about the volatility and specula...
Feb 05, 2025•33 min•Ep. 207
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner is joined by financial advisor Tyler Olson to discuss the primary financial priorities for physicians. The conversation covers key financial mistakes that doctors make during training, such as debt management and the need for comprehensive financial education. They explore different financial advisory models, the benefits of accountability, and the importance of tax planning. Tyler shares insights from his 20-year career ...
Jan 29, 2025•39 min•Ep. 206
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey explore the complexities of buying land as an investment. After discussing their personal holiday experiences, they dive into a listener's question about purchasing land for personal use and enjoyment versus financial gain. They highlight the importance of understanding the purpose of the land purchase and differentiate between buying land for family recreation and speculative investment. The discussion...
Jan 22, 2025•22 min•Ep. 205
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner converses with Dr. Gretchen Green, a radiologist and expert witness educator, about lucrative non-clinical income opportunities through expert witness work. The discussion covers Dr. Green's journey, including her North Pole expedition and her experiences in medical malpractice cases. They delve into the practicalities of starting an expert witness business, including setting fee schedules, managing time effectively, and ...
Jan 15, 2025•37 min•Ep. 204
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Justin Harvey CFP discuss the complexities of loaning money to friends and family. Reflecting on their personal experiences, they emphasize the importance of defining relationships and setting clear boundaries. They discuss the emotional and financial impacts of giving or loaning money, the value of written agreements, and the need for accountability. The conversation also highlights the importance of trust, generosi...
Jan 08, 2025•37 min•Ep. 203
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, hosts Dr. Jimmy Turner and Dr. Jordan Grumet discuss the themes of purpose and fulfillment. They delve into Jordan's journey from being a hospice physician to a personal finance podcaster and author. The episode centers on Dr. Grumet's latest book, 'The Purpose Code,' which explores finding purpose as a key to fulfillment. They discuss the difference between 'big P' purpose (audacious goals) and 'little P' purpose (everyday joys), and how the ...
Jan 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 202
In this episode of the Money Meets Medicine podcast, host Dr. Jimmy Turner is joined by student loan expert Travis Hornsby to discuss the intricate and evolving landscape of student loans. The episode is timely, releasing on Christmas Day 2024, just weeks before the anticipated Trump administration takes office. This transition has significant implications for student loans, particularly in light of the complex and often conflicting policies introduced by the Biden administration. Turner and Hor...
Dec 25, 2024•36 min•Ep. 201
