Ep 55: What To Look For In Disability Insurance with Dr. Stephanie Pearson Part 1

Stephanie Pearson, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN and a licensed broker specializing in disability and life insurance for physicians. Injured in the prime of her career as an OB/GYN, Stephanie was forced to pivot; through her own firsthand experience, she found a new calling in advocating for and educating her peers on their insurance needs. Stephanie’s goal is to empower others to protect their most valuable asset: their ability to earn income. As a speaker, Stephanie combines her hard-won insurance expertise with her personal experience to address the physical and mental impact of physician disability, emphasizing the importance of proper coverage. Stephanie’s background includes 9 years of medical practice after receiving her M.D. from Drexel Universities MCP/ Hahnemann College of Medicine (now Drexel University College of Medicine), and completing a residency at Pennsylvania Hospital. She currently lives in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania with her husband, their two children, and dogs.Some of the topics we discussed were:Dr. Pearson's journey and what she does nowWhat's important to know while choosing disability insuranceIf there are particular riders that are important to consider i.e. COLAHow the "own occupation" is determined for insurance purposesEmployer benefits vs. private insurancesIf you slow down or stop working clinically, how long that disability insurance stays in placeIf the price is fixed or different if the person goes through different agentsAnd more!Learn more about me or schedule a FREE coaching call:https://www.joyfulsuccessliving.com/Join the Voices of Women Physicians Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/190596326343825/Connect with Dr. Pearson:Email:[email protected]:www.pearsonravitz.comLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniepearsonmd/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drstephaniepearson