Ken Redcross, MD

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

10/10/2025

There are some things in life you should just do ahead of time.

Disability insurance is one of them.

When I was a medical resident, it wasn’t even on my radar. But life has a way of waking us up. I went through a health scare that could have changed everything. I was lucky. I recovered.

But during that time, I realized something: having disability insurance gave me peace. Knowing that my family and I would be okay, no matter what, that’s something I’ll never take for granted.

That’s why I’m proud to partner with Pattern. They make disability insurance easy to understand and even easier to get, especially for young physicians.

If you’re just starting out, don’t wait. Protect your future now so you can focus on what you were born to do.

🔗 Learn more and get your free quotes here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

10/06/2025

Just left the gym and had a moment of gratitude.

I was thinking about the time in my life when I wasn’t sure if I’d ever be able to work out again… and how disability insurance helped carry me through that uncertainty.

We don’t like to think about the “what ifs.” We focus on our careers, our specialties, our goals. But what if something stops us from practicing?

That’s why I talk so much about disability insurance. It’s not just a policy, it’s peace of mind. It’s knowing that even if life throws you a curveball, you’ve got a financial safety net.

And that’s exactly why I partnered with Pattern. They get it. They get us. And they make protecting your future easy.

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

08/31/2025

I just had a great conversation with a medical resident about disability insurance, and it reminded me of something I want to share with all of you.

👉 The younger you are, the less expensive your disability insurance policy will be.

This isn’t just about protecting income. It’s about having a smart strategy. Just like we create care plans for our patients, we need to plan for our own long-term well-being too.

If you’re a resident or early in your career, now’s the time to lock in lower premiums and protect everything you’ve worked for.

This is one of those “set it up once, thank yourself later” kind of moves—and Pattern makes it easy.

🔗 Learn more and get your free quotes here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

08/28/2025

I talk a lot about why disability insurance matters, but here’s something I really want medical residents to think about:

Medical student debt doesn’t go away if you become disabled.

It’s one of the toughest realities we face. If something prevents you from working, those loan payments don’t stop. That’s why it’s so important to think ahead.

Pattern understands this. That’s why I’ve partnered with them—they help physicians protect their income, even in the face of the unexpected.

🔗 Learn more and get your free quotes here: https://www.info.patternlife.com/dr.redcross?campid=205140

07/29/2025

We see unexpected health issues every day in our patients. But what happens when we’re the ones facing a setback? What if you suddenly couldn’t work, but your rent, student loans, or mortgage still needed to be paid?

These are real questions we often overlook as physicians. That’s why I’m so grateful for my partnership with Pattern. They understand how important it is for us to protect our income, especially if we’re sidelined due to illness or injury. Disability insurance isn’t about fear. It’s about being smart.

Pattern gets us. They make it simple. And they help us prepare for the things we hope never happen—but know might. Don’t wait until something crops up. Take 5 minutes today to protect everything you’ve worked for.

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

07/16/2025

Hey there, new residents—Dr. Redcross here.

First of all: congratulations! You made it. You're officially stepping into one of the most rewarding careers out there. 🎉

Amid all the excitement of picking rotations, connecting with your new colleagues, and getting into the rhythm of residency, don’t forget to protect everything you’ve worked so hard for.

Speed bumps happen—we see that every day with our patients. But what happens if you hit one?

That’s why I’m partnering with Pattern. They understand us as physicians. They make it easy to learn why disability insurance is one of the smartest early-career decisions you can make.

Take 5 minutes to set your future up right—because this incredible career you’re starting is worth protecting.

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