Starting the next step of your medical career post-residency can bring major decisions—from signing your first employment contract to purchasing your first home. Join the Ohio Academy of Family Physicians (OAFP) for the webinar Smart Starts: Understanding Employment Contracts and Physician-Friendly Mortgages on Thursday, November 13, at 7 pm to gain strategies to make informed, confident choices in both areas. Registration is open and free to attendees.
Learn how to understand the key components of a physician employment contract, recognize red flags, and understand when to seek legal guidance with speaker Barbara Bawer, MD, assistant professor at The Ohio State University Medical Center. She will share strategies for effective negotiation to help you assess offers, advocate for fair terms, and align your career opportunities with your personal priorities and lifestyle goals.
In addition, you’ll gain valuable insight into building a strong credit foundation and the unique advantages of physician mortgage loans from Mortgage Banking Consultant John Anderson. He will also cover qualification guidelines, timelines, and key benefits compared to traditional loan options.
For questions regarding this webinar, please contact Caitlin Laudeman.
This webinar was created with a focus on family medicine residents and those completing a fellowship, but the event is open to anyone interested in the content including medical students and physicians already in practice.



