Doctors Who Thought They Were Done—But Found New Opportunities After Retirement

​4: International Volunteer

If you’ve already conquered volunteering in your local community, why not take it global? There’s a massive need for volunteer physicians in developing countries, and retirement might be the perfect time to lend a hand. You can join organizations like Health Volunteers Overseas (HVO), which sends volunteers to countries that need healthcare training and support.

You’ll be working with local healthcare providers, offering training, setting up workshops, and providing demonstrations. And if you’ve been out of practice for a while, don’t worry—your experience might be just what’s needed in countries where medical technology is sparse. Plus, working without high-tech equipment might feel strangely liberating after years of relying on the latest gadgets.

One bonus? In many of these countries, an expired license might not be an issue. So, if you’ve let your license lapse and don’t want to go through the re-entry process, this could be a way to get back in the game without jumping through hoops.