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Why Physicians Need a Tax Strategist, Not Just a Tax Preparer

Why Physicians Need a Tax Strategist, Not Just a Tax Preparer
Most physicians I know will spend a week researching a $400 home appliance and about fifteen minutes a year thinking about the largest expense in their life. That expense is taxes. For most attendings it’s a six-figure bill, every year, for the rest of their career. And the way most of us handle it is […]
November 9, 2026 • 10 Min Read
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#341 Tax Preparer vs. Tax Strategist: What Physicians Need to Know ft. Kim Hopkins and Laxman Pichappan of Doc Wealth

In this episode, Peter sits down with Kim Hopkins and Laxman Pichappan of Doc Wealth to break down the difference between a tax preparer and a tax strategist. They cover what proactive planning looks like, the strategies available to W-2 and 1099 physicians, and the common mistakes that leave money on the table.

If taxes feel like the biggest hole in your pocket, this conversation gives you a clearer way to start asking the right questions. Tune in!

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#340 What to Ask Yourself Before Taking the Next Job or Promotion ft. Peter Kim, MD

In this episode, Peter shares what he’s been hearing from successful physicians, department chairs and section chiefs among them, who have a bigger role on the table and quietly wonder if it will make them any happier. He walks through why the top of the ladder can feel flat, what a long running Harvard study found about relationships, and the questions he’d ask before saying yes.

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