Insurance Industry Veteran Sounds the Alarm on Career Risk Facing New York Medical Residents
EAST AURORA, NY – As New York State’s healthcare system continues to rely heavily on medical residents and early-career physicians, a growing financial risk is quietly emerging behind hospital doors: many of these professionals are one illness or injury away from losing their income with limited protection in place.
Kasey Labrie, a New York–based insurance agent and agency owner, is bringing attention to what she calls a “critical blind spot” in medical training—lack of education around disability income protection and long-term career risk.
“Residency teaches physicians how to save lives,” said Labrie. “It does not teach them how to protect their own livelihood if their career is interrupted. That gap has real consequences.”
A High-Risk, Undereducated Population
Medical residents face a convergence of pressures unique to their profession:
Long, physically demanding hours
High exposure to illness and injury
Significant student loan debt
Limited time for financial planning
Despite these risks, many rely exclusively on employer-sponsored group disability insurance, which often falls short in the event of a serious claim. These policies may not fully replace income, may be taxable, and typically do not follow physicians when they move between hospitals or states.
According to Labrie, this creates a false sense of security at a stage when protection matters most.
A Shift Toward Individual, Portable Solutions
Labrie’s work reflects a broader shift within the insurance industry toward individualized, profession-specific coverage. Her focus is on helping medical professionals understand how portable disability policies can safeguard their income throughout residency, fellowship, and beyond—regardless of where their career takes them.
Her agency emphasizes:
Specialty-aware coverage education
Virtual consultations for time-constrained professionals
Long-term planning aligned with medical career paths
“Your earning potential is your most valuable asset as a physician,” Labrie explained. “Protecting it early isn’t pessimistic—it’s responsible.”
Meeting Physicians Where They Are
Recognizing the intense schedules and mental load carried by healthcare workers, Labrie delivers education through brief, structured virtual meetings designed to fit into demanding lives. This modern service model reflects changing expectations among younger physicians who value efficiency, transparency, and informed decision-making.
By focusing on education rather than sales pressure, Labrie aims to empower medical professionals to make confident choices about their financial future.
Serving Healthcare Professionals Across New York
From residents just beginning their careers to attending physicians navigating growth and family planning, Labrie serves healthcare professionals statewide. Her work is increasingly resonating with those who want clarity—not complexity—when it comes to protecting their income.
“Doctors are trained to think long-term for their patients,” Labrie said. “This is about applying that same mindset to themselves.”
About Kasey Labrie
Kasey Labrie is a licensed insurance agent and agency owner based in Western New York. Since 2018, she has focused on helping professionals protect their income and families through education-driven insurance planning, with a growing emphasis on serving the medical community statewide.
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