That’s wild. Great insight! I just talked to my buddy (also ophtho) with 475k in loans. The interest alone on those was terrifying. Hard to say if I’d recommend it. Being on the other end I do absolutely love what I do, as I’m sure most docs do. Went into this because I enjoy helping people and vision is a profound gift to be able to give.

Also, I don’t need to be exceedingly rich, but need to keep the lights on and make sure I can support my family. Luckily (depending on how you look at it), I joined the military to pay for med school so have zero debt. Military medicine is a whole different convo, and will be interesting to see how private practice is this spring when I’m done with my commitment. Luckily it’s a nice little practice in a small town and there are no shortage of old retired folks with eye issues!