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David B. Mandell, JD, MBADavid B. Mandell is an attorney, wealth manager, author, and partner in the wealth management firm OJM Group, LLC, where he and his team provide comprehensive and multidisciplinary financial planning services tailored specifically for physicians across the United States.

David hosts the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician Podcast, now in its fifth season with over 95 episodes and 50,000+ downloads. The show focuses on the unique wealth planning concerns faced by today's doctors and features interviews with physicians across specialties and stages of their careers, as well as insights from financial and industry experts. Listeners gain practical tips on building wealth, protecting assets, reducing taxes, and achieving long-term financial goals. Click here to listen and subscribe.

He is also the co-author of more than 15 books, including the newest release, Wealth Strategies for Today's Physician: A Multi-Media Playbook. This innovative guide includes over 250 pages of actionable content and more than 90 embedded links to videos and podcast episodes. Organized into seven key strategies, the Playbook helps physicians reduce taxes, invest wisely, choose the right insurance, protect their assets, and plan for retirement. Click here to get your free print copy or eBook download, available exclusively to members of the KevinMD community.

David has spoken at major national medical meetings, including those hosted by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Association of Orthopaedic Executives, and the International College of Surgeons. He earned his bachelor's degree from Harvard University, his law degree from UCLA School of Law, and his MBA from UCLA Anderson.

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For information about OJM, please visit http://adviserinfo.sec.gov/ or contact us at (877) 656-4362.

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Tax law changes frequently; accordingly, the information presented herein is subject to change without notice. You should seek professional tax and legal advice before implementing any strategy discussed herein.

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In a valuable episode of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, host David Mandell, JD, MBA, sat down with Dr. David Yanoff, an orthopedic surgeon with a career spanning the Air Force, private practice across several states, and innovative financial ventures. Dr. Yanoff shared insights from his diverse medical journey, his entrepreneurial approach to finance, and strategies for transitioning smoothly into retirement, valuable lessons for any physician navigating …

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December 2, 2025

In a valuable episode of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, host David Mandell, JD, MBA, welcomed two guests who have navigated a common trend in independent medicine today: private equity. Dr. Steve Hamilton, sports medicine physician and orthopedic surgeon at Beacon Orthopedics, and Andy Blankemeyer, CEO of Beacon and OrthoAlliance, shared their firsthand experiences with practice growth, private equity partnerships, and what physicians should consider when approached …

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Finance
November 11, 2025

In a unique episode of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, host David Mandell, JD, MBA, sat down with a resident, although not your typical resident! Dr. Wendell Cole, an orthopedic surgery resident at the time, is also a fellow podcaster, author, and entrepreneur. Despite being in the early stages of his medical career, Dr. Cole had already built a track record of innovation and initiative. His story …

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In a recent episode of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, host David Mandell, JD, MBA, welcomed Dr. Michael Ast, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstruction and joint replacement surgery. Beyond being an accomplished clinician at the Hospital of Special Surgery in New York, Dr. Ast also lectures often on business and career issues, and is especially passionate about teaching younger physicians how to build their practices …

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October 8, 2025

In Season 1 of the Wealth Planning for the Modern Physician podcast, host David Mandell, JD, MBA, sat down with Dr. Desmond “Desi” McGuire, a respected ophthalmologist and founder of Retina Associates of Orange County. Their conversation traced Dr. McGuire’s path from childhood influences and early career choices to building a thriving practice and navigating the financial ups and downs of medical entrepreneurship. For physicians seeking guidance on balancing clinical …

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What is financial therapy for physicians?

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Physicians dedicate years of training to caring for patients, often at the expense of their own financial well-being. While most doctors are well-versed in diagnosing illness, far fewer have the tools to diagnose the emotional and behavioral challenges that affect their relationship with money. In a recent episode of my podcast, I sat down with orthopedic surgeon Greg Gilot, MD, and financial therapist Erika Wasserman to explore the emerging field …

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What is financial therapy for physicians?

Why physicians are unlike the “average” investor

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May 2, 2025

An excerpt from Wealth Strategies for Today’s Physician: A Multi-Media Playbook.

Physicians of all specialties are different from the average U.S. investor in several important ways. This statement reflects data in key areas that impact fundamental aspects of investing and wealth management. It is important for physicians to realize these differences because most financial news, whether in print, online, or on television, is geared to the average investor. Therefore, media …

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