Ken Redcross, MD

07/08/2026

Congratulations to all the graduating residents this month. You’ve made it through the long nights, the exams, the rotations, the boards, and now you’re stepping into your next chapter.

But while you’re focused on the new job, fellowship, moving, or whatever comes next, there’s one benefit I don’t want you to miss:

👉 Resident-specific disability insurance discounts may only be available for a limited time.

Your income is about to increase, and that income is worth protecting.

A lot of physicians wait until later to think about disability insurance, but the truth is that waiting can mean fewer options, higher costs, or missing discounts that were only available during residency or fellowship.

That’s why I partner with Pattern. They help residents and fellows understand their disability insurance options early, before that window closes.

Don’t just chase the paycheck. Learn how to protect the paycheck.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

06/15/2026

You probably have life insurance. But have you stopped to think about your income?

As physicians, our ability to earn an income is one of our greatest assets. It's what pays the mortgage, covers student loans, supports our families, and helps us build the future we've worked so hard for.

That's why I'm always talking about disability insurance.

I've partnered with Pattern because they specialize in helping physicians find disability insurance that fits their specialty, career stage, and goals. They understand our profession and help make what can feel like a complicated decision much easier.

Your life is insured. Make sure your income is protected, too.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

05/12/2026

Your attending paycheck is finally coming…

But are you protecting it?

You’ve spent years grinding—med school, residency, long nights, early mornings—all leading up to this next chapter. And now your income is about to reflect that.

But here’s the part most people don’t talk about:

👉 The window to lock in resident discounts and better coverage doesn’t stay open for long.

I’ve seen what happens when docs say, “I’ll do it later.”
And trust me. Later gets expensive.

This is the moment to make a smart move. To protect your income, your specialty, and everything you’ve worked for.

That’s why I partner with Pattern. They help you understand what true own-occupation coverage looks like for your specialty, so you’re covered the right way from day one.

Take a few minutes now. Your future self will be glad you did.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

03/27/2026

As physicians, our careers aren’t generic. So why would our coverage be?

Every specialty has its own demands, risks, and nuances. The right disability insurance policy should reflect that. It should protect your ability to practice your specialty… not just any job.

That’s why I talk about Pattern. They help physicians find disability insurance that’s actually built around what we do rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.

Protecting your career is about having the right coverage.

🔗 Learn more here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

01/31/2026

We all set goals this time of year—better habits, healthier routines, more movement, more intention.

But here’s one New Year’s resolution that often gets left off the list (and shouldn’t):

👉 Get disability insurance.

You’re never too young. You’re never too healthy.
Take it from me—fitness enthusiast, CrossFitter, and former ER patient with a not-so-great EKG.

I didn’t see it coming. Most of us don’t.

That’s why I keep saying this: disability insurance needs to be part of your plan. For your health. Your career. Your family. Your peace of mind.

Start the year strong—get protected.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

Pattern

12/31/2025

Hey early-career docs — as we head into the new year, this one’s for you. 👇

If you think disability insurance can wait, let me share 3 truths to carry into the year ahead:

1️⃣ Resident-only discounts disappear fast. Locking in early can save you thousands over your career.
2️⃣ Life doesn’t wait for your schedule to calm down. A freak injury or illness can derail everything overnight.
3️⃣ The earlier you act, the cheaper, stronger, and more flexible your coverage will be.

I’m grateful I locked in early — but going into the new year, I honestly wish I had done it even sooner.

Even if you’re buried in shifts, take 5 minutes before the year turns. That’s all it takes to check your options. Pattern makes it easy, and they truly understand how hectic our lives are.

Set your future self up right — they’ll thank you for it in 2026 and beyond.

🔗 Learn more here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

11/21/2025

“I’m too young for disability insurance.”

👎 Nope. Let’s rethink that.

You’re full of energy, you’re building your career… and you feel unstoppable. But we’ve all seen what can happen:

🏃 A 30-year-old collapses mid-run.
🚴 A cyclist gets into a freak accident.
👶 A new parent faces a sudden diagnosis.

This isn’t about fear. It’s about protection. For your income. Your specialty. Your future.

Even short-term downtime hits hard when the bills, loans, and rent don’t take a break.

That’s why I partnered with Pattern. They make disability insurance simple, understandable, and built for physicians like us.

Because peace of mind? It’s underrated. And it’s one of the best investments you can make.

🔗 Start here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

👻 Don’t let life’s little scares spook your peace of mind.

As doctors, we’ve made real sacrifices. We’ve put in the work, the hours, the energy—all to care for others. But what happens when life throws us a scare of our own?

What if an unexpected illness or injury kept you from practicing?

That’s why I’m such a believer in disability insurance. It’s the safety net that allows us to continue doing what we were born to do without fear of losing everything we’ve worked for.

This Halloween, don’t be haunted by the what-ifs. Protect your income, your peace of mind, and the people who depend on you.

That’s what Pattern helps us do. They get us, and they’ve got our backs.

🎃💼 Learn more here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

10/24/2025

There’s one moment I’ll never forget:

Being wheeled into the cardiac cath lab… calling my mom to tell her… and hearing her cry on the other end of the line.

That was the moment I truly understood how fragile life is, and how important it is to protect the ones we love from the unknown.

Disability insurance isn’t just about us as doctors. It’s about the people around us. Our parents, our partners, our children. It’s about knowing they’ll be okay, even if life throws us off course.

That’s why I partnered with Pattern. They helped me make sure that if something unexpected ever happens again, I have a plan. I have protection. And most importantly, my family has peace of mind.

You deserve that same sense of security.

🔗 Learn more here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140