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About Karen Childress

Karen Childress is an experienced higher education professional with a track record of success in leading business development, curriculum design, and cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

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How to approach a physician career change
Quality of Life and Wellness

On the move

By Karen Childress | March 15, 2022

We are a transitory society, and physicians are no exception. According to a four-year study by health care research firm...

How to find a practice that suits your physician lifestyle
Quality of Life and Wellness

Finding a practice that fits your life

By Karen Childress | June 19, 2021

Whether you’re looking for your first practice opportunity or your fifth, options abound. What constitutes the “perfect job” depends entirely...

The physician job search timeline
Job Search and Interview

Your ultimate job search guide

By Karen Childress | June 17, 2021

Elly LaRoque, M.D., suggests starting your job search at least a year in advance—earlier if you’re considering academics. She chose...

Four recruiters share physician job search advice
Job Search and Interview

Physician job search advice from recruiters

By Karen Childress | June 13, 2015

If you had the time to sit down for leisurely conversations with a group of experienced recruiters and physicians who...

Whether you are in a small practice or work in health systems, health care delivery models are ever-evolving. How might that affect your job search?
Job Search and Interview

Where will you work?

By Karen Childress | September 27, 2014

The future of medical practice is—and has long been—up for debate. Some doctors decry that it’s impossible to survive in...