The Financial Struggles of Doctors in the Philippines Overworked, Underpaid, and the Path to Doctorpreneurship By Nexus MD Becoming a doctor in the Philippines is a lifelong commitment that demands years of intense study, sleepless nights, and an unwavering dedication to saving lives. The perception is that doctors live comfortably and earn well, but the truth is far from glamorous. Many Filipino doctors are overworked, underpaid, and struggling to make ends meet despite their years of training. Meanwhile, their counterparts abroad earn significantly higher salaries for the same work, with better working conditions and financial stability. This stark contrast has driven many Filipino doctors to either migrate overseas or seek alternative income streams, leading to the rise of “doctorpreneurship” the fusion of medicine and business. Let’s take a deep dive into the reality of a doctor’s financial struggles in the Philippines, compare it with the earnings of doctors abroad, and explore do...
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