12/08/2026
When NAB surveyed doctors earning over $300,000 about starting a practice, only 26% said securing funding was a challenge. The real struggles? 77% found it challenging to hire and manage staff, 69% to navigate regulations, and 63% found the business management side of things difficult.
Medical professionals occupy a uniquely influential position in Australia's economy and healthcare system, yet the path from high income to lasting wealth is far from straightforward.