Realistic side hustles for podiatrists?

[MortonExtension]

Non-podiatry related only.

Is there anything that podiatrists can do during their weekends or “free-time” that can generate extra cash? I’m hoping to get out of debt as quick as possible.

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[Hybrocure]

DoorDash

 

[MortonExtension]

DoorDash

Delivering McFlurry’s to my diabetic wound patients

 

[air bud]

Non-podiatry related only.

Is there anything that podiatrists can do during their weekends or “free-time” that can generate extra cash? I’m hoping to get out of debt as quick as possible.

You have 2 kidneys for a reason

 

[Retrograde_Nail]

Become a lawyer and base your practice on podiatry medi-mal.

You will have endless expert witnesses who are willing to throw another DPM under the bus to make a buck.

 

[heybrother]

-Hang Christmas lights.
-Food truck / ice cream truck
-Tree pruning
-Tutor the MCAT. Haahahahah. JK.
-Learn to do tax preparation?
-Paint people's addresses on the street in their college team colors. Not kidding. Its a thing.
-Coach a soccer team or ref weekend games
-Sell goods at a farmers market ie. crafts, fruits/vegetables your family grows,
-Airbnb
-Power wash people's driveways or fences
-I met a guy who was a part time plumber once. Only did "simple jobs" on the weekend.
-"Personal shopper" at a grocery store ie. walk around busy stores loading carts.

Podiatry Ideas:

Try to create a rep for yourself as a "second opinion guy" / cash-pay case review. Troll the bunion forum on Reddit and offer to review f&*ed up cases for people for cash ie. send me all your records and x-rays. Obviously after throwing them under the bus you sell them some vitamins through EBM Pharmacy. I'm mostly joking and I mostly think this is terrible BUT BUT BUT - there are a lot of people posting on that forum who are clearly f&*(ing desperate for freedback and help and are being gaslit and treated like dog crap. Wayyy toooo many people on Podiatry reddit have been told their trashed foot was fine and are begging nonmedical strangers for answers. There's a terrible opportunity waiting here for someone to talk to people honestly and tell them that yes- their case was botched.

Perhaps you could be "the farting podiatrist" or something gross like that. Maybe make a podiatry "Jackass" type video series to popularize yourself on social media. Maybe do your own matrixectomy on TV without anesthesia.

You could do a podiatry podcast where you look at other people's x-rays. Would probably become very toxic very quickly.

Podiatry artwork using AI.

 

[futurenjdoc]

its sad that this question is asked often. even more sad that one cannot figure out how to make money outside of podiatry.

 

[MortonExtension]

its sad that this question is asked often. even more sad that one cannot figure out how to make money outside of podiatry.

well how do you make money outside of podiatry? thanks

 

[futurenjdoc]

well how do you make money outside of podiatry? thanks

i'll leave you with this piece of advice that will hopefully lead you into the right direction: you will not be able to find what you are looking for on SDN forums

 

[icebreaker32]

Non podiatry

1. Something with lots of tips such as bartending. Problem is the lower tier jobs are not great and the better ones can often be competitive.

2. Something physical and seasonal such as landscaping, power washing, snow removal etc.

3. If you had a skill before you went to podiatry school

4. Standard gig work is not great but if you work long hours it adds up.

You mentioned outside of podiatry. Sadly though making extra money on the side is less readily available/profitable than nursing/MDs etc.

 

[Feli]

i'll leave you with this piece of advice that will hopefully lead you into the right direction: you will not be able to find what you are looking for on SDN forums

This from the kid who has tons of pre med and then pre pod posts... and claims bitcoin made him rich. Thank you, sir. Congrats on your vast wealth and wisdoms.

 

[Feli]

The best thing you can honestly do is set a budget and an investing plan (basically just EF, Roth and pay loans until loans are done). It seems simple and boring, but reading WCI (and doing that stuff) should be your side hustle.

Most important, set a routine and try to maintain your health and sleep. Health is the first wealth.
You won't have the energy and ability to work long days and take call very well in your 50s and even in your 40s... definitely not as you do now. You also probably won't like eating **** from admins/bosses very much at later age. Nobody does. Double that physical and enthusiasm decline rate if you don't take care of yourself. Unless you can find a miracle lucrative side hustle, maintaining health is a great use of time. It sounds common-sense, but look at any podiatry conference how many people are out of shape. Look at how many podiatry fellowship directors and speakers probably couldn't run a even a 10min mile or do one pullup or a few pushups to save their life; it's pretty sad.

You essentially just want to maintain your ability to make money without sacrificing your health, sanity, relationships.
The money made in podiatry is not a ton, but it is sufficient if you get out of debt.
You can obviously incease the money if you get exp, ABFAS, savings, and other things that open more job or entrepreneur doors.

 

[heybrother]

You wouldn't be asking these questions if you were cheerfully prescribing triamcinolone to every interdigital maceration like this guy over on IPED recommended. Life, love, audits, and money are found seeking extra treatment for patients who were just there to have their nails trimmed. In dentistry they call it "looking for gold in people's mouths". In podiatry the gold is found with the smegma between the toes. The patients didn't even know it was there.

 

[Homo sapien]

You wouldn't be asking these questions if you were cheerfully prescribing triamcinolone to every interdigital maceration like this guy over on IPED recommended. Life, love, audits, and money are found seeking extra treatment for patients who were just there to have their nails trimmed. In dentistry they call it "looking for gold in people's mouths". In podiatry the gold is found with the smegma between the toes. The patients didn't even know it was there.

This profession is saddening at times lol

 

[mandrew]

Just focus on doing more Podiatry. Work Saturdays for a very busy Pod in your area. Do more home visits, do more assistant surgery work. Do more hospital consults, etc.. What is your current situation?

 

[msion]

Non-podiatry side hustles that generate a lot of income?
On Reddit the unanimous answer is always OnlyFans.

Other things people have suggested:
Vending machines
Laundromat
House cleaning
Sell solar/life insurances/anything that is commission based
Churning credit cards
Retail arbitrage

More realistically and somewhat passive:
Rent out your spare room
Rent out your car (Turo)
Rent out your garage (Neighbor)

 

[GreenHousePub]

Honestly, the most profitable one would be to start a small practice that's only open on Saturdays. Advertise for small common procedures, and see how far it gets you. Starting out you would only need 1 helper to answer phones, schedule appointments.

You never know how far it might take you.

 

[MoostashPod]

Sad we have to even think about doing side hustles to stay afloat (pay debt, etc.) as a podiatrist.

Definitely delivering food, Uber/lyft, walk the dog, mow the lawn, yardwork, landscaping, moving are a few good side gigs to bring in some hard cash. I've even heard about being an officiant for weddings being a side hustle. Heck, even selling rare plants/trees can bring in some cash for some. The opportunities are endless out there, but you gotta do what works for you and depending on where you live.

 

[Adam Smasher]

I wanted to post this somewhere, might as well do it here, since it's about side-hustles.

I got an e-mail 2 weeks ago from someone I know outside of work that she knew someone who was looking for a podiatrist to do a housecall. Normally I would flip off my computer screen because Medicare reimburses podiatry housecalls like all we're doing is delivering pizzas. But I didn't want to burn a bridge, plus this person is connected to people with more money than sense, so I responded that "it's not the mainstay of my practice, but I can do it as a cash service." Didn't quote a price, just said I'd do it for cash.

No response. That's how valuable podiatry really is. They didn't even want to inquire what my price would be, they just lost all interest when they found out they would have to part with their money for the convenience of calling a licensed professional into their home. It's nice having a patient's gratitude, but gratitude doesn't pay the bills.

 

[Flip-flop-flerpity]

Sell your plasma. Wear a hat so your patients don't recognize you.

 

[heybrother]

I wanted to post this somewhere, might as well do it here, since it's about side-hustles.

I got an e-mail 2 weeks ago from someone I know outside of work that she knew someone who was looking for a podiatrist to do a housecall. Normally I would flip off my computer screen because Medicare reimburses podiatry housecalls like all we're doing is delivering pizzas. But I didn't want to burn a bridge, plus this person is connected to people with more money than sense, so I responded that "it's not the mainstay of my practice, but I can do it as a cash service." Didn't quote a price, just said I'd do it for cash.

No response. That's how valuable podiatry really is. They didn't even want to inquire what my price would be, they just lost all interest when they found out they would have to part with their money for the convenience of calling a licensed professional into their home. It's nice having a patient's gratitude, but gratitude doesn't pay the bills.

The other day an insurance company called our office 3 times and emailed us. They represent small unions, church plans etc. They sent us promotional material claiming we could "ask for the rates we needed". However, they sent a contract already filled out with 125% of Medicare as the default rate. It also contained a ton of problematic language including that the contract could be used to represent government contracts and that if it did we'd accept 85% of Medicare. I wrote back in reply asking for the rates in line with what we receive from other small plans/church plans. I also said we'd need to specifically discuss problematic language on the last fee schedule page that concerned me. And that's the last I heard of them.

That said. I don't see how any side hustle can match a busy clinic + good commercial reimbursement + you keeping your own money. When I'm seeing a line of people with good commercial plans that actually want treatment I'd say our reimbursement is fine. I've been doing a lot of ingrown toenails over the last few days. People are gifting themselves a pre-Christmas matrixectomy.

 

[msion]

I wanted to post this somewhere, might as well do it here, since it's about side-hustles.

I got an e-mail 2 weeks ago from someone I know outside of work that she knew someone who was looking for a podiatrist to do a housecall. Normally I would flip off my computer screen because Medicare reimburses podiatry housecalls like all we're doing is delivering pizzas. But I didn't want to burn a bridge, plus this person is connected to people with more money than sense, so I responded that "it's not the mainstay of my practice, but I can do it as a cash service." Didn't quote a price, just said I'd do it for cash.

No response. That's how valuable podiatry really is. They didn't even want to inquire what my price would be, they just lost all interest when they found out they would have to part with their money for the convenience of calling a licensed professional into their home. It's nice having a patient's gratitude, but gratitude doesn't pay the bills.

I told my patients or other RNs that I charge no less than what a home warranty guy would charge for a service call. $80-90 at least for me to show up to someone's house before I even do anything. That will usually end the conversation.

 

[caliking87]

manual labor. I know someone who was quoted over 5000$ to have their cabinets painted. Some might feel humiliated to be a “Surgeon” yet cant pay the bills, but if you really need money I think manual labor is a good choice. Usually paid right away and under the table…

 

[CaptainCool]

Own a nursing home, you can actually buy nursing home franchises. Plus the synergy

 

[caliking87]

That said. I don't see how any side hustle can match a busy clinic + good commercial reimbursement + you keeping your own money. When I'm seeing a line of people with good commercial plans that actually want treatment I'd say our reimbursement is fine

I agree. When you are starting a practice and need some extra income though it can be useful to make money outside of podiatry

 

[AttackNME]

You can fill out surveys for money

 

[Homo sapien]

I wanted to post this somewhere, might as well do it here, since it's about side-hustles.

I got an e-mail 2 weeks ago from someone I know outside of work that she knew someone who was looking for a podiatrist to do a housecall. Normally I would flip off my computer screen because Medicare reimburses podiatry housecalls like all we're doing is delivering pizzas. But I didn't want to burn a bridge, plus this person is connected to people with more money than sense, so I responded that "it's not the mainstay of my practice, but I can do it as a cash service." Didn't quote a price, just said I'd do it for cash.

No response. That's how valuable podiatry really is. They didn't even want to inquire what my price would be, they just lost all interest when they found out they would have to part with their money for the convenience of calling a licensed professional into their home. It's nice having a patient's gratitude, but gratitude doesn't pay the bills.

The only thing that matters is payment. We work for money, not social intangibles

 

[shadesofgrey]

You can fill out surveys for money

Hahahaha omg this profession is so depressing.

 

[icebreaker32]

Hahahaha omg this profession is so depressing.

True.....Uber driver on weekend and unpaid call after 7 years beyond college and high student loan debt for some.

On the other hand there are those who manage to make an absurd amount off of minor wounds and other pathologies in private practice.

 

[PODIATRYCRAZE]

Serious answer - Crypto.

2025 bull market not over yet. Invest in ETH $3500 today. Sell at $9000-$10000. If you have enough saved up that could pay off your loans.

In 2027 should hit a new low, save up cadh until then and load up on more crypto. 2029-2030 next bull run and sell. By 2030 your loans will be paid off if you take my advice.

 

[MortonExtension]

Serious answer - Crypto.

2025 bull market not over yet. Invest in ETH $3500 today. Sell at $9000-$10000. If you have enough saved up that could pay off your loans.

In 2027 should hit a new low, save up cadh until then and load up on more crypto. 2029-2030 next bull run and sell. By 2030 your loans will be paid off if you take my advice.

It works until it doesn’t

 

[Retrograde_Nail]

Are we really going to say this crap all over again? Check the cryptocurrency thread. Everything I said months ago has come true.

The bullrun is just getting started. Educate yourself instead of commenting on topics you have no clue on.

 

[MortonExtension]

Are we really going to say this crap all over again? Check the cryptocurrency thread. Everything I said months ago has come true.

The bullrun is just getting started. Educate yourself instead of commenting on topics you have no clue on.

The risk vs reward just isn’t worth it at this point. There’s better opportunities in the stock market than crypto

 

[Retrograde_Nail]

The risk vs reward just isn’t worth it at this point. There’s better opportunities in the stock market than crypto

You have no idea what you are talking about. The returns in crypto are significantly more than what you could do in stocks across the board. People holding stocks would fist pump if they got a 20% gain on their stock in a year. That can happen in several hours in crypto.

 

[Weirdy]

Just be aware of new tax regulations for crypto.
Like anything in life.

 

[MortonExtension]

You have no idea what you are talking about. The returns in crypto are significantly more than what you could do in stocks across the board. People holding stocks would fist pump if they got a 20% gain on their stock in a year. That can happen in several hours in crypto.

So past market success is indicative of future success in the market?

 

[bloxxeeey]

I know plenty of practicing pods who did Instacart, DoorDash, Uber. It's really not a bad way to make ends meet if you can find the time to do it. A lot of my colleagues only get 2-4 days off a month due to call so it's hard to find the time.

 

[GreenHousePub]

I know plenty of practicing pods who did Instacart, DoorDash, Uber.

What? I don't know a single one.

 

[bloxxeeey]

What? I don't know a single one.

It's a good way to bridge over from residency to starting attending hood.

 

[Retrograde_Nail]

So past market success is indicative of future success in the market?

The Bitcoin cycle has never deviated from its inception. Look at the chart. Same 4 year cycle since the beginning

 

[MortonExtension]

What? I don't know a single one.

Dave Ramsey told me to get a second job when I called in. I live in Arizona and have a family and we’re in debt

 

[futurenjdoc]

This from the kid who has tons of pre med and then pre pod posts... and claims bitcoin made him rich. Thank you, sir. Congrats on your vast wealth and wisdoms.

Kid? Lol. I notice you post more here than anyone else. I feel bad for ya

 

[Retrograde_Nail]

Kid? Lol. I notice you post more here than anyone else. I feel bad for ya

are you still invested in crypto? shoot me a DM. Would love to connect.

 

[Feli]

Kid? Lol. I notice you post more here than anyone else. I feel bad for ya

100%... my average of less than one SDN post per day really gets in the way of my true passions: midnight WoW and CoD gaming.