Ep. 79: Dr. Hasselhof’s journey through locum tenens, international medicine, and practicing across seven states

Family medicine physician Dr. Viktoria Hasselhof joins us to share how she built a flexible, adventure‑driven career that spans two continents and a wide range of clinical environments. After completing medical school in Germany and finishing residency in Ohio during the height of COVID‑19, she stepped directly into locum tenens work, embracing a path that allowed her to practice in communities from South Dakota to Oregon to the remote Hawaiian island of Molokai.Dr. Hasselhof reflects on leading inpatient care during South Dakota’s first COVID wave, navigating multi‑state licensing, and managing the logistics of practicing in the U.S. while living in Germany. She also speaks on traveling with two young children, creative childcare solutions, and the deep sense of gratitude she’s experienced in rural and underserved communities.Her story focuses on adaptability, curiosity, and building a medical career that supports both professional growth and personal freedom.Interested in exploring locum tenens opportunities? Learn more with CompHealth.