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A global mindset: Healing the underserved at home and abroad

Locum tenens makes global health work possible for Dr. Jeanne Cabeza, because it gives her the flexibility to work when she needs to.

What it’s like working locums in New Zealand

Not only can locum tenens let you see the country; it can also take you across the Pacific to practice medicine in New Zealand.

Webinar: Working locum tenens in New Zealand

Dr. Rip Patel, Dr. Jenny O’Driscoll and Dr. Diane Weissman to discuss their experiences working as locum tenens physicians in New Zealand.

Why an interventional cardiologist left New Jersey to do locums in Guam

Interventional cardiologist Dr. Joseph Wiedermann never expect to leave his practice in New Jersey to do locum tenens in Guam, but he has no regrets.

The opportunity of a lifetime working international locum tenens

Feel like dipping your toes in the clear, aquamarine waters in the Caribbean? Want to experience all the outdoor adventures New Zealand has to offer, and enjoy these experiences with your family? Do you have the inclination to work with underserved populations in rural Australia? Or bring your knowledge and expertise to the United Arab […]

A love affair with Tanzania – and the locums life

The nomadic life suits PA Cara Bosco just fine. She works when she wants, and doesn’t when she doesn’t. This has allowed her to fully pursue her passions in life: rock climbing, biking, hiking with her dog, and yoga. She not only enjoys her recreational passions, she also dedicates her time between assignments to giving back. […]

An i­nternational locums assignment, and the (failed) quest to find good pizza

The origin of Dr. Bryan Smith’s locum tenens career was one that began, he says, out of desperation. He found the credentialing process for his new permanent job was taking a long time, so he decided to take an assignment in Bellingham, Washington, to secure some income while waiting. He also did a brief stint in […]

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