The Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates has made headlines, and while it may seem like something that mostly affects Wall Street, the truth is these moves ripple through every household and profession. From mortgages and student loans to savings yields and the stock market, Fed policy plays a quiet but powerful role in your personal financial planning.

With inflation still above target and unemployment ticking upward, the Fed’s shift signals both opportunity and caution. On today’s episode, we’ll look at what this environment means for you as an ER physician and the most relevant financial strategies to consider.