Is research worth it if you're are going to private practice?

[RadOncMegatron]

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As I look at all the grunt work I would have to do for my next project and realize that I am not willing to take a pay cut to do research 🙁 , is there any benefit to do research?

Shouldn't I use this time to study, enjoy life, or even study billing codes 👎 (that's a joke).

I just have this little thing inside me that says "you should try to publish" but is it really going to help me?

 

[Gfunk6]

If you are going into a quality private practice position, research will be looked upon favorably. Research as a resident, generally speaking, is far easier to accomplish and publish than as an attending. Also, it is wise to keep your career options open. For instance, a single academic job may be the only available position in your desired geographic area.

 

[RadOncMegatron]

If you are going into a quality private practice position, research will be looked upon favorably. Research as a resident, generally speaking, is far easier to accomplish and publish than as an attending. Also, it is wise to keep your career options open. For instance, a single academic job may be the only available position in your desired geographic area.

Was that short hand for "no you can be lazy and not do research?" 😱

Seriously, thanks for the advice. Looks like I will be scutting away

 

[r90t]

Was that short hand for "no you can be lazy and not do research?" 😱

Seriously, thanks for the advice. Looks like I will be scutting away

I am a board certified rad onc 2 years out and have had unsolicited private practice offers without an inquiry about previous research.

Right out of residency, none of my friends with limited research time had trouble finding jobs.

More importantly, is your chairman expecting you to publish, if so keep him happy and off your ass.