Explore the Possibilities

As Physician Associates and Nurse Practitioners, we possess an incredible range of skills — not just clinically, but also in communication, leadership, adaptability, and problem-solving. These skills are transferable and powerful, and they can open the door to more than just traditional clinical practice. Whether you're looking to explore different specialties, work overseas, pivot to a non-clinical role, land a cool or unusual job, or even build your own business, the opportunities are out there — and they're bigger than you think.

The Medicine Couch was built to help you discover, or rediscover, your professional worth and imagine what your career can look like. If you're burned out, under-appreciated, or simply craving more meaning and direction, know this: you don’t have to stay stuck. You have the freedom and the tools to build a career you love.

Start exploring the playlists below — your next chapter might just be one click away.

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Medical Specialties

Curious about what it’s really like to work in a certain specialty as a PA or NP?

This playlist gives you an inside look at what day-to-day life looks like across a range of specialties — from the common to the completely unexpected. Whether you're a new grad trying to land your first job, or a seasoned provider considering a transition, these videos will help you make an informed and confident choice.

You'll learn:

  • What PAs and NPs actually do in each specialty

  • The typical patient population and pace

  • On-the-job challenges, lifestyle pros and cons, and team dynamics

  • What kind of training, certifications, or experience you’ll need — and how to get it

I’ve covered specialties like:

  • 💉 Interventional Radiology

  • 🫀 Cardiology * Electrophysiology

  • 🤰 OB/GYN * Breastfeeding Medicine * NICU

  • 🏥 Urgent Care * Emergency Medicine

  • 🧠 Neurosurgery * Vascular Neuro

  • 🔄 ...Sleep, Pain, ENT, Derm, Family Med, Peds, etc…
    (And more on the way!)

Plus, the videos include tips, resources, and personal stories from clinicians who’ve made the leap — so you know what to expect and how to stand out.

If you’re trying to figure out what comes next for your career, this is the playlist to start with.

Working Abroad

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The PA profession is growing globally — and so are the opportunities for U.S.-trained PAs to live and work abroad. Whether you're curious about how the PA role looks in other countries or if you're seriously considering practicing overseas, this playlist is your passport to exploring what’s out there.

(This section is a little more PA focused, but many of the same opportunities are available for NPs and I try to touch on the NP profession in each video.)

These videos cover:

  • How the PA profession is evolving in countries like Canada, Germany, New Zealand, and more

  • What it’s actually like to work abroad — including licensure, scope of practice, salary, and lifestyle

  • Interviews with internationally practicing PAs and NPs across the globe

  • Steps and resources for U.S. PAs & NPs looking to take their skills overseas

  • Often overlooked ways to work abroad

This is more than just a travel daydream — it’s real talk from real PAs who’ve made it happen. Whether you're looking to work abroad short-term, relocate permanently, or simply expand your global perspective, this playlist is the perfect starting point.

Your degree can take you farther than you ever imagined — literally.

PA / NP Entrepreneurship

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You’ve got the clinical knowledge — now what if you used it to build something that’s yours?

This playlist is all about helping PAs and NPs explore the world of entrepreneurship and income streams beyond the clinic. Whether you’re looking to start a small side hustle, build a scalable business, or simply use your expertise in creative new ways, you’ll find practical advice and inspiring stories right here.

You'll learn how real clinicians have launched patient advocate businesses, educational platforms, CME products, medicolegal businesses, their own clinics, and more

You don’t need an MBA to build something meaningful — just a little strategy, a little courage, and the right support. These videos will help you take the first steps.

If you've ever thought, “I want to work for myself” this is where your next chapter begins.

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Cool & Unusual PA/NP Jobs

Think your only options are a regular specialty vs primary care vs surgery? Or outpatient vs inpatient?

Think again! This playlist highlights some of the most unexpected — and seriously cool — jobs that Physician Associates and Nurse Practitioners are doing across the country and beyond.

From working in Yosemite National Park to the South Pole, serving aboard NOAA ships, working for private security firms in the Middle East, and being the PA/NP for the President of the United States, these roles prove that your degree can take you a lot farther than you were told in school.

In this playlist, you’ll discover:

  • Unique career paths you didn’t even know existed

  • What these roles actually involve (the good, the bad, and the surprising)

  • How real clinicians got hired — and how you can, too

  • Tips for networking, standing out, and breaking into “non-traditional” spaces

Whether you’re burned out, seriously adventurous, or just deeply curious, these videos will expand your view of what’s possible. Because being a PA or NP doesn't have to mean fitting into someone else's box — you can carve your own lane.

Get inspired, get ideas, and maybe even find your dream job hiding where you least expect it.

Non-Clinical Roles

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Clinical medicine isn’t your only option — and for some of us, it’s not the right one anymore. This playlist is your go-to resource if you’re ready to pivot into a non-clinical role but don’t know where to start.

These videos explore the wide (and growing) world of non-clinical careers where your medical knowledge, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities are exactly what employers are looking for — even outside the hospital.

Inside, you’ll learn about:

  • Career paths like medical science liasion, other industry roles, consulting, education, administration, and more

  • Real stories from PAs and NPs who made the leap

  • Transferable skills you already have (and how to talk about them confidently)

  • What to expect in terms of pay, workload, and job satisfaction

  • Information on how to transition

Whether you’re craving flexibility, better work-life balance, or just something different, this playlist will open your eyes to what’s out there — and give you a roadmap to get there.

You didn’t go to grad school to feel stuck. There’s a better fit waiting for you — and this is your first step toward finding it.